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. The position demands a seasoned professional with 8 years of software development experience and strong expertise in Android development.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll lead high-impact projects and guide a distributed team of engineers, ensuring alignment across teams while managing crucial project deliverables. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both architectural vision and practical implementation skills.

YouTube's mission centers on giving everyone a voice and fostering a community where stories can be shared freely. Working here means being at the forefront of technology and creativity, moving at the pace of cultural evolution. The company offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary range of $189,000-$284,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in software development, testing, and launching products, along with proven leadership abilities. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing large-scale software solutions while mentoring team members and driving technical direction. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of mobile video consumption and content creation at one of the world's most influential platforms.

Working at YouTube means joining a dynamic environment where innovation meets scale, and where your technical decisions can impact billions of users worldwide. The company's commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion ensures a welcoming workplace where different perspectives are valued and celebrated.

Last updated 18 days ago

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

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

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Base salary
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits package

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