Data Center Deployment Engineer L4/L5

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games.
$100,000 - $720,000
DevOps
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Entertainment

Description For Data Center Deployment Engineer L4/L5

Netflix, a global entertainment powerhouse serving 283 million members across 190+ countries, is seeking a Data Center Deployment Engineer to join their Engineering Operations team. This role is crucial for maintaining and expanding Netflix's Open Connect content delivery network, which powers their worldwide streaming infrastructure.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple concurrent deployments across 100+ edge data centers. You'll be responsible for ensuring that Netflix's infrastructure can meet the growing demands of their expanding service, enabling seamless video streaming, cloud gaming, and live experiences.

As a Data Center Deployment Engineer, you'll collaborate with various teams including network architects, engineers, provisioners, and capacity planners. Your responsibilities will range from project managing complex data center builds to maintaining comprehensive documentation and managing remote hands vendors globally. The role requires a unique blend of technical expertise in networking, power systems, and hardware configuration, along with strong project management and communication skills.

The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $100,000 to $720,000, with the flexibility to choose between salary and stock options. Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including health plans, mental health support, 401(k) with employer match, and generous time-off policies.

This role would be ideal for someone with 5+ years of experience in Edge Networks and Data Centers, who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and has a passion for solving complex infrastructure challenges. The position offers significant growth opportunities and the chance to make a direct impact on Netflix's global entertainment platform.

Working at Netflix means being part of a culture that values inclusion, innovation, and excellence. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to the company's mission of revolutionizing entertainment while working with some of the best minds in the industry.

Last updated 13 days ago

Responsibilities For Data Center Deployment Engineer L4/L5

  • Project manage the design, planning, deployment, and refreshing of network and content serving infrastructure
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors to orchestrate deployments
  • Produce and maintain comprehensive documentation
  • Create bill of materials for each project
  • Manage remote hands vendors
  • Collaborate with infrastructure, operations, and architecture teams
  • Identify and drive improvements in management tools and automation processes
  • Lead complex network upgrades and migrations
  • Troubleshoot and resolve networking, power, cooling, and fiber issues
  • Remotely configure data center hardware
  • Provide mentorship and technical leadership
  • Understand Open Connect Appliance functionality

Requirements For Data Center Deployment Engineer L4/L5

Linux
  • Proven project management experience
  • Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills
  • Expertise in networking concepts and protocols
  • Layer 1 knowledge including patch panels, fiber optic connectors
  • Deep understanding of power standards
  • 5+ years of experience in Edge Networks and Data Centers
  • Experience with server and network hardware configuration
  • Proven ability to manage remote vendors globally
  • Willingness to travel for quarterly off-sites/on-sites

Benefits For Data Center Deployment Engineer L4/L5

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
Equity
  • Health Plans
  • Mental Health support
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
  • Stock Option Program
  • Disability Programs
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Family-forming benefits
  • Life and Serious Injury Benefits
  • Paid leave of absence programs
  • 35 days annually for paid time off (hourly employees)
  • Flexible time off (salaried employees)

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