Senior Staff Software Engineer, YouTube Core Recommendations

Join YouTube's Discovery team as a Senior Staff Software Engineer to shape the future of content recommendations for billions of users. This role combines advanced machine learning expertise with large-scale software engineering to enhance YouTube's recommendation systems. You'll be working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creative content delivery, helping users discover engaging videos from YouTube's vast library.

The position requires deep expertise in recommendation systems, ML infrastructure optimization, and technical leadership. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing large-scale software solutions, leading high-impact projects, and guiding teams toward successful outcomes. The role offers the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art ML technologies while solving complex challenges in content discovery and user engagement.

As part of Google's broader ecosystem, you'll have access to industry-leading resources and collaborate with top talent in the field. The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $248,000 to $349,000 base salary, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. This is an ideal opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact on how billions of users interact with YouTube's content.

The role is based in San Bruno, CA, at YouTube's headquarters, where you'll work with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in content discovery. YouTube's mission of giving everyone a voice and building community through shared stories will be at the core of your work. The position offers the perfect blend of technical challenges, leadership opportunities, and the chance to shape the future of digital content discovery.