Security Software Engineer, Cloud Infrastructur... @ Netflix
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attach_money $720,000
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scheduleFull Time
Posted 19 hours ago
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About Netflix
Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 million paid memberships in over 190 countries. Members can watch TV series, films, and games anytime, anywhere.
Role Overview
The Security Software Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure Security at Netflix designs and implements strategic cloud security controls in one of the largest AWS environments in the world. The role focuses on scalable secure defaults and posture management for our cloud deployment.
Responsibilities and Desired Background
- Leverage deep AWS infrastructure security knowledge including configuration and policy management.
- Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as AWS CloudFormation or Terraform.
- Develop and maintain production software in Python or Golang.
- Create and triage security alerts and implement risk management strategies.
- Work closely with security and infrastructure teams to ensure secure operational practices.
Benefits and Compensation
The role offers a competitive salary structure (base salary vs stock options), comprehensive benefits including health, mental health, 401(k) with employer match, and flexible time off. Netflix values diversity and inclusion and provides accommodations during the hiring process.
Key skills/competency
- Cloud Security
- AWS
- Infrastructure as Code
- Python
- Golang
- CI/CD
- Risk Management
- Security Controls
- Posture Management
- Collaboration
How to Get Hired at Netflix
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Netflix's culture: Understand their innovative entertainment and tech values.
- Customize your resume: Highlight cloud security and software engineering skills.
- Showcase AWS expertise: Emphasize AWS and IaC tool experience.
- Prepare detailed examples: Use real-world security scenarios in interviews.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review AWS architecture and security best practices.
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Practice coding in Python and Golang.
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Study Infrastructure as Code tool documentation.
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Familiarize with CI/CD pipeline implementations.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe collaboration in high-pressure security incidents.
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Explain a time you secured cloud infrastructure.
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Talk about risk management decision-making.
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Share experiences working across teams.
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