Staff Software Engineer, Mobile (Android), YouTube

A platform where everyone can share their story, explore what they love, and connect with others through video content.
$197,000 - $291,000
Android
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Consumer

Description For Staff Software Engineer, Mobile (Android), YouTube

YouTube, a global leader in online video sharing, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Mobile (Android) team. This role represents an exciting opportunity to shape how billions of users interact with YouTube's mobile platform. As a Staff Engineer, you'll lead high-impact projects, providing technical leadership and mentoring to distributed engineering teams while working on large-scale software solutions.

The position demands a seasoned professional with 8 years of software development experience, including deep expertise in Android development. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex mobile applications that serve YouTube's massive user base. The role combines technical excellence with leadership responsibilities, requiring you to influence and coach team members while managing project priorities and deliverables.

Working at YouTube means being at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creative content delivery. The company believes in giving everyone a voice and creating a platform where stories can be shared freely. You'll be part of a culture that moves at the speed of modern media, working with teams that push the boundaries of mobile technology to enhance how people discover and interact with content.

The compensation package is highly competitive, with a base salary range of $197,000-$291,000, plus additional benefits including bonuses, equity, and comprehensive healthcare. Based in either San Bruno or Mountain View, CA, you'll be working at Google's world-class facilities with access to abundant resources and opportunities for professional growth.

This role is perfect for someone who combines technical expertise with leadership abilities and wants to make a significant impact on how billions of people consume and share video content. You'll be working on projects that directly influence the future of mobile video consumption while being part of a company that values innovation, creativity, and inclusive storytelling.

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Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer, Mobile (Android), YouTube

  • Provide technical leadership on high-impact projects
  • Influence and coach a distributed team of engineers
  • Facilitate alignment and clarity across teams on goals, outcomes, and timelines
  • Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
  • Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance large scale software solutions

Requirements For Staff Software Engineer, Mobile (Android), YouTube

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 8 years of experience in software development
  • 5 years of experience with Android application development
  • 5 years of experience testing, and launching software products
  • 3 years of experience with software design and architecture

Benefits For Staff Software Engineer, Mobile (Android), YouTube

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits package

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