Job Description

Netflix is seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer (L5) to join the SWT team in Los Gatos. This role involves architecting and building core technical systems focused on distributed systems and backend engineering, directly impacting the security and scalability of Netflix’s identity ecosystem.

Requirements

Skilled in designing for scalability and resilience in high-scale environments.
Strong systems design skills, able to architect robust, maintainable solutions.
Proficient in backend languages such as Java, Go, or Python; comfortable operating and deploying services in cloud environments (AWS etc.).
Demonstrated hands-on experience with high-volume, distributed databases (e.g., Cassandra, DynamoDB, or similar).
Expertise in asynchronous event-driven systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, AWS SQS, event-driven microservices, or serverless event processing with AWS Lambda).
Preference for candidates with a background in platform, tooling, or infrastructure.
Excellent communicator, able to clearly articulate technical concepts and collaborate with partners and stakeholders.
Self-driven individual contributor who thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments.
Passionate about mentoring and supporting the growth of new graduates and early-career engineers.

Responsibilities

Architect, build, and operate core backend systems and internal platform tooling as a part of the Netflix Consumer Identity Platform.
Design and implement scalable, resilient distributed systems (e.g., microservices, event-driven architectures, real-time access control).
Take full ownership of technical projects, driving them from conception to production.
Mentor early-career engineers through code reviews, design sessions, pair programming, and knowledge sharing.
Engage regularly with cross-functional partners and stakeholders, communicating complex technical concepts clearly.
Contribute to a culture of technical excellence, ownership, and high-impact delivery.

Benefits

Employees at Netflix are often offered flexible, people-first benefits—unlimited time away, generous parental leave, global family-forming support, mental-health programs (mindfulness, free counseling/coaching), and health coverage tailored by country. Financially, Netflix pays at personal top-of-market and lets employees choose their mix of cash vs. fully-vested 10-year stock options, alongside donation and volunteer matching. Convenience perks can include trust-based travel/expense policies, relocation support, and “Work, Not Drive” rideshare flexibility.