Software Engineer 5 - Ntech Engineering
Netflix · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $558,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Design and develop AI solutions for enterprise applications.
- Integrate generative AI into existing company workflows.
- Build and maintain scalable infrastructure and APIs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives.
- Solve complex enterprise problems using AI and technology.
About the role
About Netflix
At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.
About You
You are an individual who thrives on independence, has a passion for creating high-quality products, and can form close work partnerships with engineers, product managers, and designers. You are adept at problem-solving, enjoy a challenge, and have experience building scalable, high-performing applications. You have excellent communication and collaboration skills, and, most importantly, you have experience with back-end technologies, GenAI, LLMs, and possibly even applying them to enterprise problems.
In this role, you'll help shape our strategy and vision and help us integrate AI into our enterprise employee-facing applications. You’ll be a part of the team chartered with building company-wide tools for the entire workforce and will partner with your peers to execute and deliver on the broader strategy and vision. You'll design, develop, and maintain products, infrastructure, and integrations with third-party and other teams’ services. You will collaborate effectively with myriad teams and communicate technical ideas persuasively. You influence and shape team and project direction through effective partnerships across the entire company to save Netflix time and money and enhance productivity for the whole workforce.
Responsibilities
- Design/ architect, develop, test, deploy, and operate fully integrated solutions across build/buy that provide seamless end-to-end product experiences.
- Influence broad AI strategy and vision for internal enterprise applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate generative AI solutions into existing workflow systems.
- Apply AI and GenAI responsibly to solve enterprise problems for the whole company.
- Design, build, and maintain infrastructure for modern integration methods between our applications, third-party services, and other Netflix teams' services.
- Collaborate extremely effectively with product managers, designers, other engineers, stakeholders, and vendors on projects within the team and across all of Netflix.
- Communicate technical ideas and work closely with other senior members of the team.
We Value
- You have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- You are passionate about engineering principles and developing tools and applications for impact with high quality.
- You thrive in a dynamic environment where needs shift and can clearly articulate priorities and critical outcomes to your team.
Skills and Experience
- 5+ years of experience as a software engineer, demonstrably delivering on time, at quality
- Expert knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and modern design patterns and data layers
- Expert knowledge of Python and/or Java
- Demonstrable ability to lead a project and deliver an end product on time, at quality
- Passion to build internal solutions and own development of enterprise-wide applications
- Extensive knowledge of building quality APIs for internal and external products
- Lots of experience integrating internal and third-party services into your solutions
- Expert knowledge of cloud computing platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS), GCP
You Might Have
- Deep experience with Node, JavaScript, React, SpringBoot, NoSQL, GraphQL
- Experience automating workflows across the enterprise
Compensation and Benefits
Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $388,000.00 - $558,000.00. This compensation range will vary based on location.
Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including 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. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here.
Culture and Inclusion
Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.
Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.
Key skills/competency
- Software Engineering
- Back-end Technologies
- GenAI
- LLMs
- Enterprise Applications
- API Design
- Cloud Computing (AWS, GCP)
- Python/Java
- Scalability
- Problem-solving
Skills & topics
- Software Engineer
- AI
- GenAI
- LLMs
- Enterprise Applications
- Backend Development
- Python
- Java
- AWS
- GCP
- API
- Scalability
- Data Structures
- Algorithms
- System Design
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5+ years of software engineering experience, focusing on AI, GenAI, LLMs, and enterprise applications. Quantify achievements where possible.
- Showcase technical expertise: Emphasize your expert knowledge in data structures, algorithms, Python/Java, API development, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP).
- Demonstrate leadership: Provide examples of leading projects and delivering end-to-end solutions on time and at quality.
- Align with culture: Research Netflix's values and culture, and articulate how your passion for independent work and high-quality products fits their mission.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss complex problem-solving scenarios, system design, and your experience with AI technologies.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What specific AI/GenAI projects will a Software Engineer work on at Netflix?
- As a Software Engineer at Netflix, you will be instrumental in shaping the AI strategy and vision for internal enterprise applications. This involves integrating generative AI solutions into existing workflow systems, applying AI and GenAI responsibly to solve company-wide enterprise problems, and designing/building infrastructure for modern integration methods. You'll contribute to developing company-wide tools for the entire workforce.
- What is the expected experience level for a Software Engineer at Netflix?
- Netflix seeks Software Engineers with 5+ years of experience, demonstrating a strong track record of delivering projects on time and at quality. Expert knowledge in areas like data structures, algorithms, Python/Java, API design, and cloud computing platforms (AWS, GCP) is crucial. The role also requires a passion for building internal, enterprise-wide applications and integrating services.
- How does Netflix determine compensation for Software Engineers?
- Netflix's compensation for Software Engineers consists solely of an annual salary, with no bonuses. The company uses market indicators, considering your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine compensation within a market range. You have the flexibility to choose how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options each year.
- What is the compensation range for the Software Engineer 5 - Ntech Engineering role at Netflix?
- The compensation range for this Software Engineer 5 - Ntech Engineering role at Netflix is between $388,000.00 and $558,000.00 annually. This range can vary based on the specific location of the position.
- What kind of benefits does Netflix offer to its Software Engineers?
- Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including 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. They also offer paid leave of absence programs, with full-time salaried employees enjoying flexible time off.
- How does Netflix approach diversity and inclusion in its hiring process for Software Engineers?
- Netflix is an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and strives to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. They approach diversity and inclusion thoughtfully and do not discriminate based on various personal attributes. Candidates requiring accommodations for disabilities or other reasons during the hiring process are encouraged to contact their recruiting partner.