Head of Engineering, YouTube Playables, Gaming

3 Months ago • 8-11 Years • $237,000 PA - $337,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Lead engineering for the YouTube Playables organization. Review and contribute to the Playables technical roadmap and long-term investments, as well as assess launches and major decisions. Develop and recruit talent to meet Playables' goals, and represent Playables in front of YouTube leadership. Engage with engine partners and game developers. Own production metrics and performance, manage technical dependencies with YouTube and Google teams.
Must have:
  • Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent practical experience
  • 8 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, C, C++, Java, JavaScript)
  • 3 years of experience in the Gaming industry
  • 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role; overseeing projects
  • 2 years of experience in a people management, supervision/team leadership role
Good to have:
  • Experience with Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS)
  • 5 years of technical leadership and management of large or multiple teams of managers and software engineers across regions
  • Understanding of game development for any of the popular platforms (PS3/4, XBox, Android, iOS), and being a gamer will help

Job Details

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent practical experience.

  • 8 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, C, C++, Java, JavaScript).

  • 3 years of experience in the Gaming industry.

  • 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role; overseeing projects, with 2 years of experience in a people management, supervision/team leadership role.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience with Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS).

  • 5 years of technical leadership and management of large or multiple teams of managers and software engineers across regions.

  • Understanding of game development for any of the popular platforms (PS3/4, XBox, Android, iOS), and being a gamer will help.

About the job

At YouTube, we believe that everyone deserves to have a voice, and that the world is a better place when we listen, share, and build community through our stories. We work together to give everyone the power to share their story, explore what they love, and connect with one another in the process. Working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and boundless creativity, we move at the speed of culture with a shared goal to show people the world. We explore new ideas, solve real problems, and have fun — and we do it all together.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $237,000-$337,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering for the YouTube Playables organization.

  • Review and contribute to the Playables technical roadmap and long-term investments, as well as assess launches and major decisions.

  • Develop and recruit talent to meet Playables' goals, and represent Playables in front of YouTube leadership.

  • Engage with engine partners and game developers.

  • Own production metrics and performance, manage technical dependencies with YouTube and Google teams.

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