Staff Software Engineer, YouTube OTT Scaled Content Management

Google is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the technical strategy and execution for YouTube's OTT (Over-The-Top) Scaled Content Management team. This role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and content delivery, focusing on bringing premium movies, shows, news, and sports to YouTube's global audience. The position requires a seasoned technical leader who will be responsible for building robust content management infrastructure, developing media company-facing tools, and implementing industry-integrated solutions.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll be accountable for both the quantity and quality of content delivery while setting technical direction for the OTT organization. You'll work with various technologies including content management systems, data processing pipelines, and analytics tools. The role involves collaboration with media companies and third-party integrations, requiring a deep understanding of both technical infrastructure and media industry needs.

This is an opportunity to shape how billions of users consume premium content on YouTube. You'll be working at Google's scale, dealing with complex technical challenges while ensuring reliability and performance. The position offers the chance to influence YouTube's technical strategy, work with cutting-edge technologies, and lead initiatives that directly impact the future of digital content delivery.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive software development experience, strong technical leadership skills, and the ability to navigate complex technical and business requirements. You'll be joining a company that values innovation, technical excellence, and the ability to solve problems at global scale, while working in an environment that encourages creativity and collaboration.