Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure, YouTube

YouTube is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Infrastructure team, offering a compelling opportunity at one of the world's largest video sharing platforms. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in large-scale distributed systems and infrastructure.

The position demands a seasoned professional with 8 years of software development experience and deep knowledge of infrastructure, distributed systems, and network technologies. You'll be responsible for leading high-impact projects, mentoring team members, and architecting solutions that scale to YouTube's massive user base.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creative content delivery, helping YouTube maintain its position as a global leader in video sharing and streaming. The role offers competitive compensation ($197,000-$291,000 plus bonus and equity) and the chance to work on systems that impact billions of users.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in distributed systems, proven leadership experience, and the ability to navigate complex, cross-functional projects. You'll be part of YouTube's mission to give everyone a voice and build community through shared stories, while tackling challenging technical problems at unprecedented scale.

This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of video infrastructure at YouTube, working with cutting-edge technologies and collaborating with some of the industry's best engineers. You'll be instrumental in designing and implementing systems that handle massive amounts of data and traffic, ensuring YouTube's infrastructure remains robust, scalable, and efficient.