YouTube · 2 days ago
Policy Development Lead, Product, GenAI, YouTube
San Bruno, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$129K/yr - $189K/yr
5+ years expYouTube is dedicated to making its platform a safe space for users and content creators. As a Policy Development Lead, you will develop global policies and product solutions while driving cross-functional projects that impact the global ecosystem.
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Responsibilities
Discuss optimal policy solutions balancing safety and product reach with growth objectives, including developing or updating global policies focused on policy requirements for new features and lead execution all the way to safe launches
Present policy proposals, product solutions, risk assessments or other presentations to executive leadership, including multiple Vice Presidents (VPs) and influence stakeholders and company executives regarding proposed policy efforts
Serve as central point of contact for Cross Product Solutions team, building relationships with stakeholders across Feature Teams, Enforcement, Operations, and ensure clarity, accountability, and seamless hand-offs across teams
Propose new strategies and policies to improve Trust and Safety product market fit to the evolving needs as well as our ability to scale enforcement
Understand and clearly communicate the policy issues and needs presented by new features and emerging global online content risks
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
5 years of experience in a policy, legal, Trust and Safety, or technology environment
5 years of experience in one or more of the following areas: drafting or enforcing online platform policy, engaging with online public policy issues, or product management focused on product and user safety
Preferred
JD, MBA, or Master's degree
Experience engaging in and discussing sensitive or controversial policy/content areas
Experience in implementing projects in a demanding and changing environment
Ability to balance a holistic mindset with a meticulous, detail-oriented approach to execution
Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills with attention to detail in an ever-changing environment
Excellent communication and people management skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence and align with executive stakeholders and leadership
Benefits
Bonus
Equity
Benefits
Company
YouTube
YouTube is a platform for sharing and watching videos, including movies, music clips, and amateur content.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.5MKey Investors
Sequoia Capital
2006-10-01Acquired
2006-03-30Series Unknown· $8M
2005-11-01Series A· $3.5M
Leadership Team
Neal Mohan
CEO
Angela Courtin
Vice President, YouTube Marketing Brand, Creative, Culture & Media
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