Distributed Systems Engineer • Lead

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in distributed systems engineering, with a strong background in designing and implementing scalable infrastructure. Your expertise includes working with cloud environments, particularly AWS, and you are proficient in containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes. You possess a solid understanding of traffic management principles and have experience optimizing systems for high availability and performance.

You are skilled in programming languages such as Python and Java, enabling you to develop robust solutions for complex problems. Your familiarity with Linux systems allows you to navigate and troubleshoot effectively in a cloud-based environment. You are a collaborative team player who enjoys working closely with data scientists to translate predictive models into actionable infrastructure strategies.

Desirable

Experience with real-time data processing and traffic shaping techniques is a plus. Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools will help you maintain system health and performance. You are passionate about building resilient systems and have a keen interest in the latest trends in cloud technology and distributed architectures.

What you'll do

As a Distributed Systems Engineer at Netflix, you will be responsible for designing, building, and operating the core infrastructure that manages traffic across our cloud and edge environments. Your work will ensure that every member receives a fast, reliable, and high-quality streaming experience, even during peak demand. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies for traffic management, including region failover and predictive scaling.

You will automate and optimize traffic management processes, enabling Netflix to deliver uninterrupted entertainment to hundreds of millions of members worldwide. Your role will involve working closely with data science teams to operationalize predictive models, translating them into actionable strategies that enhance our infrastructure's scalability and resiliency.

You will also be involved in monitoring system performance and implementing improvements based on real-time data analysis. Your contributions will be critical to maintaining Netflix's reputation for high-quality streaming and member satisfaction.

What we offer

At Netflix, we offer a dynamic work environment where creativity and technology intersect. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and be part of a team that is instrumental in shaping the future of entertainment. We value diversity and inclusion, and we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. Join us in pushing the boundaries of storytelling and technology.