Product Manager I, YouTube Music Ecosystem Quality

Product Manager I, YouTube Music Ecosystem Quality Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: New York, NY, USA; Mountain View, CA, USA . Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 3 years of experience in consumer product management. Experience creating data-driven arguments (e.g., A/B testing, user analysis, funnel analysis, market research, etc.) to define product direction in cross-functional ecosystems. Experience in AI/ML foundations and concepts and AI-powered product development. Preferred qualifications: Master's degree in a technology or business related field. Experience in content recommendation systems and quality. Experience in defining long-term road maps and driving strategic initiatives. Experience working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to different audiences. Passion for the intersection of music and technology. About the job At Google, we put our users first. The world is always changing, so we need Product Managers who are continuously adapting and excited to work on products that affect millions of people every day. In this role, you will work cross-functionally to guide products from conception to launch by connecting the technical and business worlds. You can break down complex problems into steps that drive product development. One of the many reasons Google consistently brings innovative, world-changing products to market is because of the collaborative work we do in Product Management. Our team works closely with creative engineers, designers, marketers, etc. to help design and develop technologies that improve access to the world’s information. We’re responsible for guiding products throughout the execution cycle, focusing specifically on analyzing, positioning, packaging, promoting, and tailoring our solutions to our users. As a quality-focused Product Manager, you will bridge the gap between business strategy and technical innovation. In this role, you will drive the evolution of new music recommendations across YouTube Main and YouTube Living Room. You will serve as an advocate for the music mission, ensuring that vertical-specific goals are met while remaining strategically aligned with YouTube’s broader platform objectives. You will possess both a formidable analytical foundation and the communication skills necessary to navigate a complex cross-team environment. 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 $138,000-$198,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. 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 Drive the evolution of new music recommendations across YouTube Main and YouTube Living Room feeds. Optimize the nomination and ranking of new music releases and videos to ensure they reach fans as quickly as possible. Improve the quality and availability of mixes (algorithmic music radios) to enhance user engagement and discovery rates. Collaborate with cross-functional and cross-team partners to define long-term roadmaps for music quality and exploration. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google’s EEO Policy, Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal, Belonging at Google, and How we hire. Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr Google Inc.