Senior Remote Software Engineer (L5) – Content Engineering

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices that support Netflix's content production and delivery ecosystem.
• Build and optimize APIs (gRPC, GraphQL, or RESTful) to deliver exceptional performance and reliability.
• Lead the architecture and implementation of distributed systems with a focus on high availability, fault tolerance, and low latency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical strategies, resolve challenges, and shape product direction.
• Share knowledge by clearly explaining complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders through written and verbal communication.
• Participate in on-call rotations to ensure system reliability and manage incident responses effectively.
• Contribute to and conduct technical reviews to uphold high engineering standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience designing and deploying scalable, distributed systems in production.
• Proficiency in Java, C#, or similar object-oriented programming languages, with expertise in multi-threading, concurrency, and performance tuning.
• Proven experience in creating resilient microservices and crafting well-designed APIs.
• A solid understanding of architectural principles, coupled with experience setting technical directions and driving impactful decisions.
• Exceptional communication skills, enabling you to articulate technical ideas and collaborate effectively.

What Makes You Stand Out

• A passion for exploring new technologies and contributing to Netflix's innovative entertainment vision.
• A practical approach to solving problems, balancing technical ambition with business needs.
• Dedication to fostering a collaborative and inclusive engineering culture.
• The ability to ask the right questions and make informed decisions in ambiguous scenarios.
• A strong commitment to continuous learning and improvement, both individually and as part of a team.

Why Join Netflix?

• Work at the forefront of entertainment innovation, influencing how the world enjoys content.
• Be part of a global team that values creativity, collaboration, and curiosity.
• Enjoy a fully remote work environment while driving impactful projects.
• Participate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your contributions matter.