Senior Software Engineer, YouTube

YouTube, a leading video-sharing platform, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creative content delivery, where you'll be part of a team that enables billions of users to connect, share, and explore content globally.

The position requires strong technical expertise in C++ programming and system design, with a focus on developing scalable solutions that power YouTube's massive infrastructure. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for writing and testing code, leading design reviews, and ensuring best practices in software development. The role combines hands-on coding with technical leadership opportunities, allowing you to influence both the technical direction and product development.

Working at YouTube means being part of a culture that believes in giving everyone a voice and making the world better through shared stories and community building. The team moves at the speed of culture, working together to solve real problems while exploring new ideas. You'll be contributing to a platform that handles information at massive scale, requiring expertise in distributed computing, large-scale system design, and various other technical domains.

The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $166,000 to $244,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Located in either San Bruno or Mountain View, CA, you'll be working in the heart of Silicon Valley's tech ecosystem. The role provides opportunities for growth, learning, and impact, as you'll be working on projects critical to Google's needs with the chance to switch teams and projects as both you and the business evolve.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about technology, enjoys solving complex problems, and wants to make a meaningful impact on how billions of users interact with video content. The collaborative environment, combined with YouTube's mission to show people the world through shared stories, makes this an exciting role for a senior engineer looking to work on challenging technical problems while contributing to a platform that shapes global digital culture.