Netflix

Software Engineer 5 - Android

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2 months ago
Remote, United States or Shelbyville, TN, USAStaff+
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Base Salary

$388k - $558k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Architect and build maintainable, performant Android client code and documentation for use by Android developers across Netflix.
  • Define and drive best practices for consistency, reliability, and simplicity in a high-commit-volume codebase.
  • Build scalable server-driven UI architecture and tooling using Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, Circuit, Dagger/Hilt, and GraphQL.
  • Develop code for testability and write automated tests using JVM Unit, Espresso, and Paparazzi.
  • Modernize the Android codebase and keep current with Android technologies and software engineering practices.
  • Collaborate with client and server partners to define and deliver framework and architecture solutions.
  • Influence framework and architecture roadmaps and drive forward-looking technical solutions with minimal supervision.
  • Mentor and grow less-experienced Android engineers.
  • Lead projects, estimate work, manage trade-offs, and deliver results.
  • Introduce GenAI and agentic workflows into engineering practices and the software development lifecycle.

Requirements

  • Deep understanding of Android development, UI architecture, and frameworks, with the ability to introduce new paradigms and practices.
  • Ability to identify opportunities and drive forward-looking technical solutions or roadmaps with little supervision.
  • Strong track record of leading projects and delivering results, including project management and estimation skills.
  • Practical problem-solving approach that balances business, user, and architectural needs while avoiding over-engineering.
  • Experience or demonstrated ability to use Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, Circuit, Dagger/Hilt, GraphQL, and Android testing tools.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively, appreciate diverse perspectives, and weigh trade-offs across multiple solutions.
  • Track record of integrating GenAI and agentic workflows into team engineering practices and changing how the software development lifecycle works for others.

Benefits

  • Remote-inclusive work arrangement across the US, with some Pacific Time overlap and optional co-location in the Los Gatos, California office.

Tech Stack

GraphQLiOSJavaScriptJetpack ComposeKotlinSwiftTypeScript

Categories

Mobile
Netflix

About Netflix

10,000+ employees

Netflix builds and operates a global streaming service for TV series, films, games, and live programming, and produces original content through its in-house studio. It serves consumers in 190+ countries via subscription and ad-supported plans on internet-connected devices. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Los Gatos, California, Netflix is a public company traded on NASDAQ (NFLX).

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