Cloud Engineer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a strong background in distributed systems engineering, with at least 5 years of experience building and maintaining cloud infrastructure. Your expertise in cloud technologies like AWS and your proficiency in programming languages such as Java and Python enable you to tackle complex challenges effectively. You understand the intricacies of service-to-service communication and have hands-on experience with tools like Docker and Kubernetes, which are essential for managing containerized applications at scale.

You are familiar with open-source technologies and have a passion for leveraging them to innovate and improve system performance. Your experience with gRPC and Elasticsearch allows you to optimize interprocess communication and data retrieval processes, ensuring that services are both resilient and efficient. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Your problem-solving skills are top-notch, and you have a keen ability to analyze system performance metrics to identify areas for improvement. You are proactive in implementing best practices for cloud security and reliability, ensuring that Netflix's infrastructure remains robust and secure. You are also committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, understanding the value of varied perspectives in driving innovation.

Desirable

Experience with Terraform for infrastructure as code and Redis for caching solutions would be a plus. Familiarity with Apache and other networking technologies can further enhance your contributions to the team.

What you'll do

In this role, you will be a key player in the Cloud Engineering organization at Netflix, focusing on building and operating the core infrastructure that supports seamless service communication across our cloud ecosystem. You will work on innovative projects that push the boundaries of performance and resilience, empowering developers to create groundbreaking applications. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing scalable solutions that meet the demands of our growing user base.

You will collaborate with other engineers to enhance the agility and efficiency of our cloud infrastructure, tackling scale problems that few companies experience. Your role will involve monitoring system performance, troubleshooting issues, and implementing solutions that improve reliability and user experience. You will also contribute to the development of best practices for cloud operations, ensuring that our infrastructure is secure and efficient.

As part of the Service Networking team, you will redefine the interprocess communication paradigm, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance service-to-service communication. You will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers and share your knowledge of cloud technologies and distributed systems, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.

What we offer

At Netflix, we offer a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions will have a direct impact on our services. You will be part of a diverse team that values inclusion and collaboration, working together to deliver exceptional experiences for our members. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us as we continue to shape the future of entertainment through technology.