Distributed Systems Engineer (L4) - Data Platform

Netflix, a global entertainment powerhouse with 283 million paid memberships across 190+ countries, is seeking a Distributed Systems Engineer for their Data Platform team. This role is crucial in building and maintaining Netflix's sophisticated data infrastructure that powers critical business decisions across the company.

The position spans multiple essential teams within Netflix's Data Platform organization. You'll work with the Big Data Warehouse and Iceberg team, managing exabyte-scale data warehouses and contributing to the open-source Iceberg table format. The Online Data Stores team focuses on managing various data stores including caching, relational, and search systems at scale. The Data Movement Platform team develops connectors for both batch and streaming processing, working with technologies like Spark, Kafka, and Flink.

As a Distributed Systems Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of solving complex technical challenges while building robust, scalable infrastructure. The role requires strong expertise in Java programming, distributed systems design, and experience with RESTful web services. You'll collaborate across teams, lead initiatives, and contribute to open-source projects.

Netflix offers an exceptional compensation package ranging from $170,000 to $720,000, with the flexibility to choose between salary and stock options. The company provides comprehensive benefits including health plans, mental health support, 401(k) with employer match, and generous time-off policies. The remote work environment allows you to contribute from anywhere in the US while working with a diverse, inclusive team of professionals from various backgrounds.

This role is perfect for engineers who are passionate about large-scale distributed systems, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to make a significant impact on how millions of people consume entertainment globally. You'll be joining a company that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation, with the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that shapes the future of streaming entertainment.