Senior Software Engineer, Machine Learning, YouTube

Google is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Machine Learning for YouTube. This role combines cutting-edge ML technology with YouTube's mission of giving everyone a voice and building community through shared stories. The position requires expertise in software development, machine learning algorithms, and Python programming. You'll work on critical projects that impact billions of users, developing next-generation technologies across areas including information retrieval, distributed computing, and artificial intelligence.

As a senior engineer, you'll lead technical decisions, manage project priorities, and ensure high-quality software delivery. The role involves writing and testing code, conducting design reviews, mentoring other developers, and maintaining complex systems. You'll be working at the intersection of machine learning and YouTube's massive scale, helping to shape how users connect, explore, and interact with content.

YouTube's culture emphasizes creativity, technical innovation, and moving at the speed of culture. The team believes in the power of storytelling and technology to connect people globally. This position offers competitive compensation including base salary, bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The role is based in either San Bruno or Mountain View, CA, providing opportunities to work at key Google locations.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical skills in ML/AI, software architecture, and Python development, combined with leadership abilities and a passion for solving complex problems. You'll be part of a team that values diversity, creative thinking, and technical excellence while working on products that impact billions of users worldwide.