Distributed Systems Engineer (L5) - Compute Runtime

Netflix, the world's leading entertainment service with 283 million paid memberships globally, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer for their Compute Runtime team. This role focuses on managing the data plane runtime environment for their Kubernetes-based orchestrator, handling millions of container launches daily. The position offers an opportunity to work on large-scale infrastructure systems and container runtimes on Linux, with emphasis on AWS cloud technologies.

The ideal candidate will join a team that's at the forefront of cloud computing, managing one of the largest Cloud footprints in the industry. You'll be responsible for evolving infrastructure systems, working with container runtimes, and solving complex problems at scale. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in AWS/cloud, Linux user-space, networking, GPUs, and Kubernetes.

Key aspects of the role include advancing Netflix's compute offerings, strategic infrastructure planning for streaming and gaming initiatives, and leading cross-functional teams on complex projects. You'll be working on performance optimization, system integration, and operational excellence while having the opportunity to contribute to the tech community through conference presentations and blog posts.

The position offers a competitive compensation range of $100,000 - $720,000, with 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 is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers looking to make an impact at a company that's pushing the boundaries of cloud infrastructure and entertainment technology.