Software Engineering • Senior

Who you are

You have 5+ years of software engineering experience, particularly in designing and implementing highly-interactive, ultra-low latency systems. Your expertise includes a deep understanding of network transport protocols and how internet path characteristics affect performance. You are skilled in programming languages such as Java and C++, and you have experience with real-time streaming technologies like WebRTC.

You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with server, client, and data analytics teams to refine and improve transport protocols. Your analytical mindset allows you to tackle complex problems, such as bufferbloat mitigation and rate adaptation, ensuring a seamless user experience in cloud gaming.

You are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and creativity, eager to contribute to innovative solutions that enhance the entertainment experience for users worldwide. You understand the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment.

Desirable

Experience with RTP-based media streams and congestion control mechanisms is a plus. Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and content delivery networks will further enhance your candidacy.

What you'll do

As a Senior Software Engineer in the Cloud Gaming Transport R&D team, you will be responsible for designing and implementing transport protocols that deliver real-time, ultra-low-latency gaming experiences. You will analyze network path characteristics and develop heuristics for rate and latency estimation, ensuring optimal performance for cloud gaming services.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy new ideas in the server-side transport stack, contributing to the overall architecture and design of the system. Your role will involve refining existing protocols and implementing innovative solutions to enhance user experience.

You will also engage in performance testing and optimization, working closely with data analytics colleagues to gather insights and improve transport efficiency. Your contributions will directly impact the quality of Netflix's cloud gaming service, helping to shape the future of interactive entertainment.

What we offer

At Netflix, you will be part of a dynamic team that values creativity and innovation. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in our mission to entertain the world and be part of a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.