Software Engineer III, Full Stack – YouTube – San Bruno, CA; Mountain View, CA

YouTube is seeking a talented Software Engineer III, Full Stack to join our engineering team in San Bruno, CA or Mountain View, CA. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in both front-end and back-end development to design, develop, and maintain software solutions that impact billions of users globally. You’ll work on innovative projects that shape the future of how people connect, explore, and interact through YouTube.

This position allows you to indicate your preferred location among the options available: San Bruno, CA or Mountain View, CA.

Position Overview: Software Engineer III, Full Stack

As a Software Engineer III at YouTube, you’ll be responsible for the development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of software across the full stack. You’ll work closely with product teams and peers, bringing fresh ideas from all areas, including large-scale system design, distributed computing, UI design, and AI. You’ll also manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables, and have opportunities to shift between teams and projects as Google’s fast-paced business evolves.

Your work will support YouTube’s mission to empower users to share stories, explore what they love, and connect with others. This is an exciting role for a versatile engineer ready to make an impact in a dynamic and creative environment.

Position Details

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: San Bruno, CA; Mountain View, CA, USA
Category: Software Engineering, Full Stack Development

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 2 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, or 1 year of experience with an advanced degree in an industry setting.
• 2 years of experience with data structures or algorithms in either an academic or industry setting.
• 2 years of experience with full stack development, including back-end (e.g., Java, Python, GO, C++) and front-end technologies (JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
• 2 years of experience with performance, large-scale systems data analysis, visualization tools, or debugging.
• Experience developing accessible technologies.
• Proficiency in code and system health, diagnosis and resolution, and software test engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Write and maintain product or system development code.
• Participate in or lead design reviews to assess available technologies and decide on solutions.
• Review code from other developers, ensuring best practices for style, testability, and efficiency.
• Contribute to documentation and educational content; update materials based on product or user feedback.
• Triage and debug product or system issues by analyzing impact on hardware, network, or service operations.

Compensation & Benefits

US Base Salary Range: $136,000 – $200,000 annually
In addition to the base salary, compensation may include a bonus, equity, and benefits. The exact salary will depend on the job location, skills, experience, and education level.

How to Apply

If you’re looking for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Software Engineer III, Full Stack this is your chance to join the YouTube in San Bruno, CA; Mountain View, CA

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