Senior Cloud Network Engineer - Architecting Scalable, Secure, and High-Performance Cloud Infrastructure on AWS

Join the Team Revolutionizing Entertainment and Beyond!

At Netflix, we're not just streaming your favorite shows and movies; we're redefining the entertainment industry. With 278 million paid memberships across over 190 countries, we're the leaders in a global phenomenon. But what makes us tick isn't just our vast reach; it's our commitment to innovation, our passion for technology, and our relentless pursuit of excellence. As a Senior Cloud Network Engineer on our Cloud Network Engineering Team, you'll be at the forefront of managing and innovating our massive cloud footprint, primarily on AWS, and contributing to the next generation of cloud infrastructure.

About the Role

Our Cloud Network Engineering Team is the backbone of Netflix's cloud infrastructure, responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the network architectures that enable our services to reach millions of users worldwide. We're not just network engineers; we're the guardians of availability, security, and visibility, ensuring that our network is always ready to support the evolving needs of our product services and initiatives. As a Senior Cloud Network Engineer, you'll be instrumental in shaping the future of our cloud networking, developing feature-rich tooling and services that make a tangible difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Building and Operating Services, APIs, and Tooling: You'll be tasked with designing and implementing services, APIs, and tooling related to cloud networking, enhancing our network's capabilities and user experience.
• Driving Cross-Functional Projects: Your expertise will be crucial in driving projects that enable new business areas for Netflix, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in cloud networking.
• Influencing Codebase Development: Working closely with our software engineers, you'll leverage your cloud network engineering expertise to influence the development of our codebase, ensuring it remains scalable, efficient, and reliable.
• Engaging with End Users: Direct engagement with end engineering users will be a key part of your role, understanding their needs, and improving their overall experience with Netflix's infrastructure.
• Balancing Action and Decision Making: You'll need to balance a bias towards action with the ability to make well-informed decisions, understanding and solving business needs at scale with high-quality solutions.

Must-Have Skills and Qualifications

To thrive in this role, you'll need:

• Professional Experience: At least 2+ years of professional experience in Cloud Network Engineering on a major cloud provider platform at scale, preferably AWS.
• Deep Networking Knowledge: A deep understanding of TCP/IP, Routing, IPv6, and IPv4, forming the foundation of your ability to architect and manage complex network systems.
• Scripting and Programming Skills: Proficiency in scripting and a solid understanding of programming languages such as Go, Python, or Java, enabling you to develop tooling and services.
• Problem-Solving Ability: A passion for technology, pragmatic thinking, and the ability to dive into ambiguous areas and break down complex problems into manageable solutions.
• On-Call Experience: Experience supporting core infrastructure services in an on-call rotation, demonstrating your ability to handle the pressures of maintaining critical systems.

Success Criteria

To succeed in this role, you'll need to:

• Thrive in Ambiguity: Be comfortable with complex and fuzzy requirements, often more common than clearly defined customer expectations.
• Take Incremental Steps: Adopt a test-and-learn approach, taking incremental steps towards solving big problems.
• Be Independent and Self-Driven: Progress is often self-directed by teams and individuals, requiring a high degree of independence and self-motivation.
• Align with Netflix Culture: Have read about Netflix's culture and believe you would thrive in our unique environment.

What We Offer

Our compensation structure is straightforward, consisting solely of an annual salary. You have the flexibility to choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. The compensation range for this role is $100,000 - $720,000, determined based on market indicators, your job family, background, skills, and experience.

Beyond salary, we offer comprehensive benefits, including:

• Health Plans and Mental Health Support: Ensuring your physical and mental well-being.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match: Planning for your future.
• Stock Option Program: Sharing in the success of Netflix.
• Disability Programs and Life Benefits: Protecting you and your family's well-being.
• Flexible Time Off: Allowing you to recharge and take care of personal matters.

Our Culture and Environment

Netflix has a culture that values innovation, freedom, and responsibility. We're a team that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Learn more about our culture and what makes us unique.

Why Apply?

Even if you feel you're not a perfect match, we'd still love to hear from you. We're looking for talented individuals who share our passion for technology and innovation. As a Senior Cloud Network Engineer at Netflix, you'll not only be joining a team that's shaping the future of entertainment; you'll be part of a community that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible in cloud technology.

Ready to be part of something big? Apply now and let's shape the future together!