Staff Software Engineer, YouTube

YouTube is 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.
$197,000 - $291,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Consumer

Description For Staff Software Engineer, YouTube

YouTube, a leading video-sharing platform, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creative expression, where you'll help shape how billions of users connect and share their stories worldwide.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of developing next-generation technologies that impact billions of users. The position requires strong technical leadership skills, with responsibilities including managing high-impact projects, coaching distributed engineering teams, and architecting large-scale software solutions. You'll work in a fast-paced environment where innovation and problem-solving are essential.

The role offers competitive compensation, with a base salary range of $197,000-$291,000, plus additional benefits including bonus and equity opportunities. You'll be part of a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and the belief that everyone deserves to have a voice. The position is based in either Mountain View or San Bruno, CA, placing you at the heart of Silicon Valley's tech ecosystem.

Your impact will extend across multiple areas, from system design to project management, requiring both technical expertise and leadership abilities. You'll need 8 years of software development experience, with proven success in testing and launching products, plus strong architectural skills. The ideal candidate will have experience leading technical teams and working in complex organizational structures.

This is an opportunity to join a company that moves at the speed of culture, where you'll work with cutting-edge technology while contributing to a platform that connects people worldwide through shared stories and experiences. You'll be part of a collaborative environment that explores new ideas, solves real problems, and makes a tangible impact on how people experience and share content online.

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Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer, 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, YouTube

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 8 years of experience in software development
  • 5 years of experience testing, and launching software products
  • 3 years of experience with software design and architecture
  • Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field (preferred)
  • 8 years of experience with data structures/algorithms (preferred)
  • 3 years of experience in technical leadership role (preferred)
  • 3 years of experience working in complex, matrixed organization (preferred)

Benefits For Staff Software Engineer, YouTube

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

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