Distributed Systems Engineer (L4) - Data Platform

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.
$170,000 - $720,000
Distributed Systems
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Remote
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · AI

Description For Distributed Systems Engineer (L4) - Data Platform

Netflix, a global entertainment leader with 283 million subscribers, is seeking a Distributed Systems Engineer for their Data Platform team. This role is part of Netflix's initiative to build world-class data infrastructure that powers critical business decisions across the company.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on various data platform teams, including Gen AI Platform, Big Data Compute Spark, Online Data Stores, and Data Movement Platform. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies like Spark, Presto/Trino, Druid, Iceberg, Kafka, and Flink, solving complex challenges in data processing at scale.

As a Distributed Systems Engineer, you'll be responsible for building and maintaining high-performance, reliable systems that handle massive amounts of data. The role involves developing features, improving performance, and contributing to open-source communities. You'll work in a diverse and inclusive team environment that values different perspectives and encourages innovation.

The compensation is highly competitive, ranging from $170,000 to $720,000, with flexible stock options and comprehensive benefits. Netflix offers a unique culture that emphasizes freedom and responsibility, allowing you to make significant impacts on global entertainment technology.

This is an ideal position for engineers who are passionate about distributed systems, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to work with cutting-edge data technologies. The remote work option provides flexibility while allowing you to contribute to projects that impact millions of users worldwide.

Key technologies you'll work with include Java, Kafka, and various SQL databases. You'll be part of teams that handle everything from real-time data processing to AI platform development, making this an excellent opportunity for professional growth and learning.

Netflix's commitment to inclusion and diversity, combined with their comprehensive benefits package and flexible work environment, makes this an attractive opportunity for engineers looking to make a significant impact in the entertainment technology sector.

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Responsibilities For Distributed Systems Engineer (L4) - Data Platform

  • Build and evolve distributed systems infrastructure
  • Solve real business needs at large scale
  • Architect robust, scalable, and highly available distributed infrastructure
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives
  • Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and TPM across teams
  • Contribute to open source communities

Requirements For Distributed Systems Engineer (L4) - Data Platform

Java
Kafka
  • 2+ years of experience in building large-scale distributed systems
  • Proficient in design and development of RESTful web services
  • Experience in building and operating scalable, fault-tolerant, distributed systems
  • Experience in Java or other object-oriented programming languages
  • Comfortable with multi-threading challenges
  • BS in Computer Science or related field

Benefits For Distributed Systems Engineer (L4) - Data Platform

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
  • 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
  • 35 days annually for paid time off (hourly employees)
  • Flexible time off (salaried employees)

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