Staff Software Engineer, AI/ML GenAI, YouTube

Google is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their YouTube team, focusing on AI/ML and GenAI development. This role represents a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge AI technology and one of the world's largest video platforms.

The position requires a seasoned professional with 8 years of software development experience and deep expertise in state-of-the-art GenAI techniques, including LLMs, Multi-Modal, and Large Vision Models. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both strategic thinking and practical implementation skills.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and developing large-scale software solutions, leading high-impact projects, and guiding teams through complex technical challenges. The role involves working with YouTube's massive scale, requiring expertise in ML infrastructure optimization, model deployment, and data processing.

The position offers competitive compensation, with a base salary range of $197,000-$291,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. You'll have the opportunity to work from several major tech hubs including Cambridge, New York, or San Bruno, allowing flexibility while maintaining in-person collaboration.

YouTube's mission of giving everyone a voice and building community through shared stories makes this role particularly impactful. You'll be working at the forefront of AI technology while contributing to a platform that billions of users rely on for information, entertainment, and connection.

The ideal candidate will bring not only technical expertise but also leadership qualities, with experience in cross-functional collaboration and the ability to influence and coach distributed teams. This role offers the chance to shape the future of content creation and consumption through advanced AI applications while working with some of the industry's brightest minds.

Working at YouTube means being part of a culture that moves at the speed of technology while maintaining a focus on user impact. You'll have the opportunity to solve complex technical challenges while contributing to a platform that shapes how people around the world share and consume content.