Netflix · 1 month ago
Data Center Deployment Engineer L4/L5
Los Gatos
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$170K/yr - $720K/yr
5+ years expNetflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 million paid memberships in over 190 countries. As a Data Center Deployment Engineer, you will manage the deployment and upgrades of edge data centers, ensuring they meet the demands of seamless video streaming and cloud gaming while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements.
Digital EntertainmentMedia and EntertainmentTVVideo Streaming
Responsibilities
Project manage the design, planning, deployment, and refreshing of network and content serving infrastructure at new and existing Open Connect data center points of presence
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors to orchestrate deployments, deliver capacity, and develop project scopes while ensuring availability and performance
Produce and maintain comprehensive documentation, including rack elevations, power consumption, cabling, run books, and handover documents, capturing all details for planned, installed, and as-built stages of deployments
Create a bill of materials for each project, ensuring all necessary items —including structured cabling, optics, and network gear —are available on-site before rack-and-stack. Order non-stock items as needed and recommend materials for regular stocking to support efficient future deployments
Manage remote hands vendors, providing clear scopes of work and ensuring adherence to SLAs, performance standards, and seamless execution, onboarding new vendors when necessary
Collaborate with infrastructure, operations, and architecture teams to develop long-term solutions that enhance network infrastructure and support future growth
Identify and drive improvements in our internally developed management tools and automation processes
Lead complex network upgrades and migrations, ensuring coordination and clear communication throughout
Troubleshoot and resolve networking, power, cooling, and fiber issues in data centers
Provide mentorship and technical leadership to deployment team members and stakeholders
Gain a comprehensive understanding of Open Connect Appliance functionality and its integration with network roadmaps
Qualification
Required
Proven project management experience with a creative, problem-solving approach
Ability to improve processes and workflows, foster collaboration, and encourage team performance through effective communication and strong interpersonal skills
Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills to communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences
Flexibility to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities across a global footprint — with nearly half of our deployments in Africa, Asia, and Europe — requires collaboration across time zones and off-hour work to support global IX operations
Meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and excellent problem-solving abilities
Expertise in networking concepts and protocols, including routing, switching, DWDM, and fiber optics
Layer 1 knowledge, including patch panels, fiber optic connectors, optic types, and form factors (e.g., LC, SC, MTP, CFP2, QSFP, SFP+)
Deep understanding of power standards, including kW power/heat load, voltage, amperage, and applications of single-phase, three-phase, and DC systems
5+ years of experience in Edge Networks and Data Centers as a Deployment Engineer or similar role
Experience configuring and troubleshooting server and network hardware—both hands-on and remotely—including installation, firmware updates, IP addressing, and other operational settings
Contribute to the team's success by offering mentorship and technical support to peers and stakeholders, while actively seeking guidance and learning opportunities to deepen expertise and strengthen team dynamics
Proven ability to manage and work with remote vendors globally
Willingness to travel for quarterly off-sites/on-sites, team syncs, and occasional project site visits, including overnight stays
Preferred
Expertise in system administration, scripting, automation, and optimizing OS/Network performance
Experience designing and prototyping structured cabling
Experience developing remote hands vendor scorecards and metrics
Extensive experience deploying DWDM platforms and a solid working knowledge of high-power optics and attenuation
Experience in web-scale, cloud networking, and hybrid environments
Budget management skills and experience with financial planning for cost-effective deployments
Benefits
Health Plans
Mental Health support
A 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
Paid leave of absence programs
Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off
Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off
Company
Netflix
Netflix is an online streaming platform that enables users to watch TV shows and movies.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$63.91BKey Investors
Wells FargoTCVGroupe Arnault
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $59B
2024-08-01Post Ipo Debt· $1.8B
2018-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $2.67M
Leadership Team
Gregory Peters
Co-CEO
Ted Sarandos
Co-CEO
Recent News
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