Senior Software Engineer (L5) - Cloud Gaming Transport R&D
Netflix
USA - Remote
Base: $388,000.00 - $619,000.00; bonus/equity: no ...
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Webrtc-like transport stack design
Ultra low-latency streaming experience
Network path characteristic analysis
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Netflix is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for its Cloud Gaming Transport R&D team, focusing on developing ultra-low-latency streaming technologies. The role emphasizes collaboration and innovation in a remote work environment while offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
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Job Summary
The role involves designing and implementing highly-interactive, ultra-low latency, bi-directional streams over the public Internet for Netflix's nascent cloud gaming service.
Candidates must have deep understanding of how dynamically varying internet paths influence transport protocol design, including WiFi behavior and bufferbloat mitigation.
Netflix offers a unique culture with comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, stock options, and a compensation structure where employees choose salary versus stock allocation.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Netflix is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for its Cloud Gaming Transport R&D team, focusing on developing ultra-low-latency streaming technologies. The role emphasizes collaboration and innovation in a remote work environment while offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
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Salary
Base: $388,000.00 - $619,000.00; Bonus/Equity: No bonuses; Stock options available as part of annual compensation choice; Benefits: Comprehensive health plans, 401(k) match, flexible time off
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
WebRTC-like transport stack design
Ultra low-latency streaming experience
Network path characteristic analysis
RTP-based media stream optimization
A/B testing methodologies in production
Nice-to-have
Linux software development environment
Hardware encoding pipeline experience
Containerized virtual machine environments
Remote team collaboration across time zones
Self-directed project ownership
Key Requirements
Experience identifying complex open-ended transport problems
Practical understanding of balancing congestion and latency
Experience using network lab environments for experiments