Distributed Systems Software Engineer (L5) - Open Connect Control Plane

Netflix

USA - Remote
Base: $388,000.00 - $619,000.00; bonus/equity: no ...
Remote
5+ years software development experience
Strong java programming skills
Experience building business-critical systems at scale
Netflix is seeking a Distributed Systems Software Engineer to join its Open Connect Control Plane team, which manages the content delivery network for streaming video. The ideal candidate should have over five years of experience in software development, particularly in Java and building scalable distributed systems

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on the Geo and Network Intelligence team which maps devices to real-world locations and leverages network measurement insights.
  • Candidates must build durable and scalable distributed systems while handling complex network anomalies at scale.
  • Netflix offers comprehensive benefits including health plans, mental health support, a 401(k) match, and flexible time off.

Matching Summary

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Netflix is seeking a Distributed Systems Software Engineer to join its Open Connect Control Plane team, which manages the content delivery network for streaming video. The ideal candidate should have over five years of experience in software development, particularly in Java and building scalable distributed systems.

Salary

Base: $388,000.00 - $619,000.00; Bonus/Equity: No bonuses; salary vs stock options choice available; Benefits: Comprehensive health, 401(k), stock options, 35 days PTO or flexible time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years software development experience
  • Strong Java programming skills
  • Experience building business-critical systems at scale
  • Distributed systems expertise stateful and stateless
  • Experience with Cassandra and Kafka

Nice-to-have

  • Comfortable working with ambiguity
  • Passion for operational excellence
  • Ability to translate technical ideas to business proposals
  • Data-driven storytelling capabilities
  • Commitment to inclusive environment

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years of software development experience
  • Strong experience in Java
  • Experience with distributed systems like Cassandra and Kafka

Work Rights

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