Staff Software Engineer, Mobile (Android), YouTube

A platform where everyone can share their story, explore what they love, and connect with others, working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creativity.
$189,000 - $284,000
Android
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Consumer

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

YouTube, a leading video-sharing platform, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer specialized in Android development to join their mobile team. This role represents an opportunity to impact how billions of users connect and interact with content worldwide.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of developing next-generation technologies for YouTube's mobile platform. The position requires strong technical leadership skills, with responsibilities including managing project priorities, coaching team members, and architecting large-scale software solutions. You'll work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creativity, helping to shape how people share and consume content globally.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in Android development, software architecture, and technical leadership. With 8 years of software development experience and deep expertise in data structures/algorithms, you'll be well-positioned to tackle complex technical challenges. The role offers the opportunity to work with cross-functional teams, influence technical direction, and drive innovation in mobile development.

YouTube's mission is to give everyone a voice and show people the world. Working here means being part of a culture that values creativity, technical excellence, and community building. The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $189,000 to $284,000, plus additional benefits, equity, and bonuses.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior technical leader who wants to make a significant impact on a platform used by billions of people while working with cutting-edge technology and a talented team of engineers.

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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

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

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