Head of Engineering, YouTube Playables, Gaming

1 Month ago • 8-13 Years • $237,000 PA - $337,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Head of Engineering for YouTube Playables will lead the engineering team responsible for scaling Playables' integration into YouTube and empowering developers. Responsibilities include developing and recruiting talent, contributing to the technical roadmap, engaging with partners and developers, owning production metrics and performance, and managing technical dependencies with other Google teams. This role requires extensive software development experience (8+ years), at least 3 years in the gaming industry and 3 years in a technical leadership role, including 2 years in people management. The ideal candidate will have experience with PaaS and game development across multiple platforms.
Must have:
  • Lead Playables engineering
  • Develop and recruit talent
  • 8+ years software development experience
  • 3+ years gaming industry experience
  • 3+ years technical leadership
  • Manage technical dependencies
Good to have:
  • PaaS experience
  • Experience with game development platforms (PS3/4, Xbox, Android, iOS)
  • 5+ years managing large teams
Perks:
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits

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

Playables () are games that you can play directly on YouTube on all devices. We're looking for a Head of Engineering to lead the next phase of product growth.


The YouTube Playables Head of Engineering will be responsible for scaling Playables by deepening its integration into YouTube, and empowering developers to succeed.

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 .

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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