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Software Engineer III, Infrastructure, YouTube

Google is an engineering company that develops next-generation technologies changing how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information.
$141,000 - $202,000
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Job Description

Google is seeking a Software Engineer III to join their YouTube Infrastructure team in Cambridge, MA. This role is critical for developing and maintaining the infrastructure that powers one of the world's largest video platforms. The position requires expertise in C++ programming and experience with large-scale distributed systems.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of software development experience, with a focus on infrastructure, distributed systems, or networks. They will be responsible for writing production code, participating in design reviews, and ensuring system reliability and performance at scale. The role offers the opportunity to work on challenging technical problems that impact billions of users worldwide.

Google offers a competitive compensation package including a base salary range of $141,000-$202,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The company is known for its innovative culture and commitment to technical excellence. As part of the YouTube team, you'll be working on one of Google's most impactful products, collaborating with talented engineers and contributing to the evolution of video infrastructure at massive scale.

The position offers significant growth opportunities, with the chance to work on cutting-edge technology and solve complex engineering challenges. Google's engineering-driven culture encourages innovation, technical depth, and impact. The role combines hands-on coding with technical leadership responsibilities, making it ideal for engineers who want to grow their careers while working on meaningful technical challenges.

Working at Google's Cambridge office puts you in the heart of a vibrant tech community, with access to world-class resources and the opportunity to collaborate with experts across various technical domains. The company's commitment to diversity, professional development, and work-life balance makes this an attractive opportunity for engineers looking to make a significant impact while growing their careers.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineer III, Infrastructure, YouTube

  • Write product or system development code
  • Participate in, or lead design reviews with peers and stakeholders to decide amongst available technologies
  • Review code developed by other developers and provide feedback to ensure best practices
  • Contribute to existing documentation or educational content
  • Triage product or system issues and debug/track/resolve by analyzing the sources of issues

Requirements For Software Engineer III, Infrastructure, YouTube

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 2 years of experience with software development in C++, or 1 year of experience with an advanced degree
  • 2 years of experience with developing large-scale infrastructure, distributed systems or networks, or experience with compute technologies, storage or hardware architecture

Benefits For Software Engineer III, Infrastructure, YouTube

Medical Insurance
401k
Equity
  • bonus
  • equity
  • benefits package

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