Netflix is seeking exceptional individuals to join their Applied Machine Learning Research team as full-time Research Scientists. The role focuses on driving applied research by conceptualizing, designing, implementing, and validating innovative algorithmic solutions. Candidates will explore and apply state-of-the-art AI and machine learning techniques, particularly in large language models and other foundation models. Collaboration within multi-disciplinary teams is essential, as is a passion for solving real-world problems at scale.

• Ph.D. or Masters in Computer Science or related fields
• 6+ years of research experience with a track record of delivering quality results
• Deep expertise in machine learning, including supervised and unsupervised learning
• Practical experience in LLM development
• Strong software engineering skills, including proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and PyTorch
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

• Drive applied research by conceptualizing and designing innovative algorithmic solutions
• Implement and validate state-of-the-art AI/ML techniques
• Develop production-ready systems while exploring LLM pretraining and fine-tuning
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to solve real-world problems
• Maintain a strong execution focus in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• 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.