Senior Software Engineer - Web Foundations

Netflix, a global entertainment powerhouse with 278 million paid memberships, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for their Web Foundations team. This crucial role involves developing and maintaining the NodeJS and web application platform that powers Netflix.com. The position offers an opportunity to work on large-scale systems that impact millions of users worldwide.

The Web Foundations team, though small, carries a significant mandate: they're responsible for the infrastructure and unifying architecture that supports Netflix's consumer UI applications. While not directly building UI or consumer products, the team's focus is on empowering UI engineers to work more efficiently and effectively.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be working with cutting-edge technologies including JavaScript/TypeScript and Node.js. Your responsibilities will span from enhancing JS/CSS asset compilers and optimizing network performance to developing logging libraries and resolving system bottlenecks. The role requires strong technical expertise combined with excellent communication and leadership skills.

The position offers a competitive compensation range of $100,000 - $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 parental leave. The company maintains a hybrid work model, requiring at least one day per week at Netflix HQ in Los Gatos, California.

The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of professional experience, strong project management skills, and a proven track record of leading projects and communicating with cross-functional partners. They should be passionate about building scalable architectures and have experience with large-scale systems. Netflix values diversity and inclusion, creating an environment where everyone can be their authentic selves.

This role presents an exceptional opportunity to influence the technical direction of one of the world's leading streaming platforms, working on systems that handle billions of requests and impact millions of users globally. The position combines technical challenges with the satisfaction of supporting fellow developers, making it ideal for engineers who thrive in collaborative, ambiguous environments and are passionate about creating robust, scalable solutions.