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Senior Software Engineer, Infrastructure, YouTube

A platform that believes everyone deserves to have a voice and build community through sharing stories and content.
$166,000 - $244,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Job Description

Google's YouTube team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Infrastructure team. This role combines cutting-edge technology with creative innovation to shape how billions of users connect and share their stories worldwide. The position requires expertise in large-scale infrastructure development, distributed systems, and C++ programming.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining critical infrastructure components that power YouTube's massive platform. You'll work on complex technical challenges involving system design, networking, and data storage while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions.

The role offers competitive compensation ($166,000-$244,000 base salary) plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. You'll be part of YouTube's mission to give everyone a voice and build community through shared stories. The position is based in San Bruno, CA, where you'll work with talented engineers who are passionate about solving complex technical challenges at scale.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact on a platform used by billions of people worldwide. You'll have the chance to work on cutting-edge technology while contributing to YouTube's goal of showing people the world through shared stories and experiences.

Last updated 7 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer, Infrastructure, YouTube

  • Write and test product or system development code
  • Participate in, or lead design reviews with peers and stakeholders
  • Review code developed by other developers and provide feedback
  • Contribute to existing documentation or educational content
  • Triage product or system issues and debug/track/resolve issues

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer, Infrastructure, YouTube

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages
  • 3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products
  • 1 year of experience with software design and architecture
  • 3 years of experience developing large-scale infrastructure, distributed systems or networks
  • Programming experience in C++

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer, Infrastructure, YouTube

Medical Insurance
Equity
401k
  • Medical Insurance
  • Equity
  • 401k