Digital Content Operations Specialist — UK Remote

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

Founded in 2005 by three former PayPal employees, YouTube is the largest video-sharing platform in the world, with over 2 billion monthly active users. Our mission is to give everyone a voice and show them the world. We're a global community of creators and viewers, with a diverse team of over 20,000 employees. Our company culture is built around innovation, creativity, and collaboration, with a focus on making a positive impact on society. We're proud of our achievements, including being the first video-sharing platform to reach 1 billion active users. Our team is passionate about empowering creators to produce high-quality content. At YouTube, we believe that everyone has a story to tell and a voice to be heard.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Digital Content Operations Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our content ecosystem. You will report to the Senior Manager of Digital Content Operations and work closely with cross-functional teams, including Product, Engineering, and Content Monetization. Your primary responsibility will be to develop and implement strategies to optimize content upload, processing, and delivery, with a focus on improving efficiency, reducing latency, and enhancing user experience. Your work will have a significant impact on the success of our content business, making it easier for creators to reach their audiences and for viewers to discover new content.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of YouTube's content pipeline, including upload, processing, and delivery workflows.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement process improvements, including automation and optimization of content workflows.

• Analyze data and metrics to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement, and develop data-driven recommendations to optimize content operations.

• Work with Engineering teams to implement technical solutions to improve content processing and delivery, including infrastructure upgrades and API integrations.

• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including creators, rights holders, and industry partners.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments, and make recommendations for how to leverage these to improve content operations.

• Collaborate with Content Monetization teams to develop and implement strategies to increase revenue and improve creator experience.

• Develop and maintain documentation and training materials for content operations processes and procedures.

• Participate in regular meetings and calls with cross-functional teams to discuss progress and goals.

• Identify and escalate potential risks and issues to Senior Management.

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 4+ years of experience in digital content operations, media, or a related field.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Strong technical skills, including experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), containerization (Kubernetes), and DevOps tools.

• Experience with data analysis and metrics, including Google Analytics and SQL.

• Strong communication and project management skills, with experience working with cross-functional teams.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Experience with video content platforms, including YouTube, is a plus.

• Familiarity with industry trends and developments, including 4K and 8K video, HDR, and streaming.

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Experience with machine learning and AI technologies, including TensorFlow and PyTorch.

• Familiarity with Agile project management methodologies.

• Experience working with large datasets and data visualization tools, including Tableau and Power BI.

• Knowledge of video encoding and transcoding technologies, including H.264 and H.265.

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a competitive salary range of £50,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus benefits including health insurance, a retirement plan, and 25 days of annual leave. We also offer a generous learning and development budget, a remote-friendly work policy, and a dynamic team culture that values innovation, creativity, and collaboration. As a YouTube employee, you will have access to cutting-edge technology, including the latest cloud platforms and DevOps tools. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive work environment for all employees.

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

You will join a team of 10 experienced professionals who are passionate about digital content operations. Our team is collaborative, with a focus on open communication and knowledge-sharing. We work closely with cross-functional teams to achieve our goals, and prioritize innovation and experimentation. We have a strong track record of delivering results, with recent wins including the launch of 4K and 8K video on YouTube and the implementation of AI-powered video recommendation algorithms.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are a strong fit for this role. We expect to receive applications within the next two weeks, with interviews taking place in late July and early August.

📋 Job Details

Job Type	🌐 Remote
Location	Remote, GB
Address	123 Googleplex Lane, SW1A 1AA
Salary	GBP 50,000 – 80,000 / year
Industry	General
Company	Youtube
Valid Until	2026-10-13

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to Youtube. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.