Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure, YouTube

YouTube, a leading video-sharing platform, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Infrastructure team. This role represents an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of technology, helping to shape how billions of users connect and share their stories worldwide.

The position requires a seasoned professional with 8 years of software development experience and deep expertise in data structures and algorithms. You'll be responsible for building and maintaining large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems that power YouTube's global platform. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both architectural vision and practical implementation skills.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll lead high-impact projects, mentor team members, and drive technical decisions that affect YouTube's infrastructure at scale. The role demands experience in testing and launching software products, along with a strong background in software design and architecture. You'll work in a collaborative environment, managing cross-functional projects and ensuring alignment across teams.

The compensation package is highly competitive, ranging from $189,000 to $284,000 base salary, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The position offers the opportunity to work from either San Bruno or Mountain View, CA, placing you at the heart of Silicon Valley's tech ecosystem.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and wants to make a significant impact on a platform used by billions. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology, collaborating with talented engineers, and helping to shape the future of digital content sharing and community building.

YouTube's culture emphasizes creativity, innovation, and the belief that everyone deserves a voice. As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining and evolving the infrastructure that makes this mission possible. The position offers excellent growth opportunities, the chance to work on challenging technical problems at massive scale, and the satisfaction of knowing your work impacts users worldwide.