Netflix

Software Engineer (L5) - Traffic Engineering

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2 days ago
Los Gatos, CA, USASenior
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Base Salary

$388k - $619k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Architect and build robust, scalable, highly available distributed infrastructure for traffic management.
  • Develop capabilities for region failover, traffic shaping, predictive scaling, and automated infrastructure scaling.
  • Build and operate fault-tolerant systems across Netflix cloud and edge environments.
  • Apply predictive modeling and data pipelines to traffic shaping and real-time infrastructure scaling.
  • Establish and iterate on engineering best practices while collaborating with multiple teams and stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain high-impact systems that support reliable streaming during major traffic spikes and live events.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience crafting complex, scalable distributed data infrastructure; traffic experience is preferred.
  • Proficiency in Java, Golang, or Python with a solid understanding of multithreading and memory management.
  • Experience building and operating scalable, fault-tolerant, distributed systems.
  • Experience with automation and orchestration frameworks for scaling and reliability.
  • Experience in predictive modeling and data pipelines for traffic shaping and scaling.
  • Proven track record of developing and maintaining high-impact systems.
  • Ability to break down complexity, iterate, and communicate progress with varied partners and stakeholders.
  • BS in Computer Science or a related field.

Benefits

  • Annual salary and stock options compensation structure, with the role’s stated annual salary range of $388,000.00–$619,000.00 excluded from benefit details.
  • Health plans, mental health support, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, stock option program, disability programs, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family-forming benefits, and life and serious injury benefits.
  • Paid leave of absence programs; full-time salaried employees receive flexible time off immediately.
  • Accommodation or adjustment support is available during the hiring process.

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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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