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Netflix · 18 hours ago

Senior Software Engineer (L5), Cloud Games SDK

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$100K/yr - $720K/yr

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, and they are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to work on their Games SDK. The role involves developing product features and foundational infrastructure for the Cloud Games SDK, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and engaging with game development partners to enhance the gaming experience for Netflix members.

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Responsibilities

Develop product features and foundational infrastructure for the Cloud Games SDK and corresponding bindings to common game engine plugins (Unity, Unreal)
Collaborate cross-functionally with product, design, and engineering partners to scope project roadmaps and build functionality to level up our game development experience
Engage with game development partners to understand developer pain points and troubleshoot issues, and drive prioritization and execution of the right solutions
Architect maintainable, performant client code with effective documentation
Design code for testability and write automated tests to help uphold product quality

Qualification

C/C++Cross-platform librariesGame enginesThird-party SDKsClient-server communicationsAutomated testsDeveloper empathyAnalytical skillsCross-functional collaborationCommunication skills

Required

Experience building cross-platform libraries using C/C++ on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS
Proficiency in navigating different languages and technology stacks
Experience developing third-party SDKs
Experience with game engines such as Unity and Unreal, native plugins, and bindings
Experience building and extending secure, scalable client-server communications (GraphQL knowledge a plus)
Experience writing automated tests and using them to power short feedback cycles in a continuous integration environment

Company

Netflix

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Netflix is an online streaming platform that enables users to watch TV shows and movies.
dateFounded in 1997
location
Los Gatos, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.netflix.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$63.91B
Key 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

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Gregory Peters
Co-CEO
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Ted Sarandos
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