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Netflix · 2 hours ago

Software Engineer (L5) - Compute Control Plane

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, and they are seeking a Software Engineer to drive core components of their Cloud Compute Infrastructure. The role involves architecting and implementing solutions for cloud-based and on-premises compute resources, while ensuring scalability, reliability, and efficiency in service delivery.

Digital EntertainmentMedia and EntertainmentTVVideo Streaming
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Responsibilities

Netflix’s Compute Control Plane launching millions of containers on our Kubernetes-based container platform evolving its performance, efficiency and reach
Architect and implement solutions to run select workloads on a combination of cloud-based and on-premises compute resources
Drive evolution of the systems and tooling used to manage hundreds of millions of dollars annually of Compute capacity at Netflix
Drive engineering excellence and set a high bar for operational rigor within the team
Form strong cross-functional partnerships to achieve alignment with many engineering teams, ensuring our solutions meet their needs while maintaining our focus on scalability, reliability, and efficiency
Drive large initiatives to completion in tandem with partner and peer organizations

Qualification

Containerized platformsCloud architecturesDistributed systemsKubernetesOperational rigorCross-functional collaborationCommunication skillsFeedback proficiencySelf-starter

Required

Hands-on experience with running containerized platforms
Strong understanding of cloud architectures and distributed systems with deep experience operating critical Tier0 services at scale
Have worked on a platform team where other engineers were your customers
Able to break down complexity, iterate, and communicate progress to a wide variety of partners and stakeholders

Preferred

Experience with running compute on multiple platforms, both cloud-based and on-premises
Proven track record of timely execution with upholding engineering excellence while building trust with partners/customers

Company

Netflix is an online streaming platform that enables users to watch TV shows and movies.

H1B Sponsorship

Netflix has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (310)
2024 (309)
2023 (191)
2022 (261)
2021 (268)
2020 (225)

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
Co-CEO
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