Full Stack - Software Engineer (L5) - Platform Engineering

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
Frontend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Entertainment · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Full Stack - Software Engineer (L5) - Platform Engineering

Netflix, a global entertainment powerhouse with 283 million paid memberships, is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer for their Platform Engineering team. This role sits at the intersection of cloud infrastructure and developer experience, working on critical systems that power Netflix's massive cloud footprint on AWS. The position offers an opportunity to shape how Netflix engineers interact with service infrastructure, particularly through evolving tools like Spinnaker.

The role demands expertise in both frontend and backend development, with a focus on creating intuitive developer tools and interfaces. You'll be working on modernizing and building new infrastructure management UIs, implementing RESTful/GraphQL services, and directly engaging with engineering users to improve their experience.

Netflix offers a unique compensation structure where you can choose between salary and stock options, with a competitive range of $100,000 - $720,000. The company provides comprehensive benefits including health plans, mental health support, 401(k) with employer match, and generous time off policies.

This is an ideal opportunity for a senior engineer passionate about developer tooling and infrastructure management, who thrives in an environment of freedom and responsibility. You'll be working at the forefront of cloud computing scale, solving unique challenges that come with Netflix's massive global infrastructure.

The role requires someone who can navigate ambiguity, iterate quickly, and take ownership of outcomes. You'll be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of cloud infrastructure management, working on projects that directly impact Netflix's ability to entertain hundreds of millions of customers worldwide.

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Responsibilities For Full Stack - Software Engineer (L5) - Platform Engineering

  • Refactoring, modularizing, and re-platforming existing UIs for infrastructure management
  • Building out brand-new infrastructure experiences
  • Closely partnering with teams in the organization contributing to underlying services and APIs
  • Engaging directly with end engineering users to understand their needs and improve their experience

Requirements For Full Stack - Software Engineer (L5) - Platform Engineering

Java
Go
React
JavaScript
  • Broad UI development experience - from jQuery to React
  • Awareness of time-tested UX guidelines
  • Track record of shipping domain-specific UIs for Developers
  • Ability to work across the stack, i.e. writing RESTful/GraphQL services in Java or Go

Benefits For Full Stack - Software Engineer (L5) - Platform Engineering

401k
Medical Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
  • 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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