Netflix
Software Engineer (L6) - Compute Runtime
Remote, United States · Staff+ · Full-time
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About the role
- You will be part of the team of engineers responsible for the runtime portion of our Cloud Compute group.
- The team is responsible for enabling containers to run on our compute nodes as efficiently and reliably as possible.
- You will be amongst the stunning set of engineers who tackle some of the largest Cloud Compute challenges in the industry.
Responsibilities
- Deliver compute platform capabilities and drive adoption across Netflix with a focus on engineering excellence, decisive execution, a spirit of bold experimentation, and tight alignment with business context.
- Maintain currency on, if not create, industry trends for new architectures, features, and off-the-shelf services; guide the team's decision-making on incorporating industry trends.
- You recognize industry trends early and stay ahead by developing new architectures, features, and off-the-shelf services, while guiding the team's decisions on when and how to adopt them.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong relationship-building ability.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
Skills
- Netflix's Compute group owns our internet-scale cloud footprint.
- Passion for technology and the ability to jump into an ambiguous area and break down complex problems.
- Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and how to abstract away its complexities.
- Experience with Golang, Java, and/or Python.
Compensation
- $499k-$900k
Company info
- At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world.
- Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality.
- We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology.
- Come be a part of what's next.
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