Distributed Systems Engineer 5 – Cloud Gateway

Netflix•Fayetteville, NC

About The Position

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next. The Application Networking Group owns the communication backbone for Netflix's Cloud. As part of our Cloud Gateway team, you will design, build, operate, and evolve the core infrastructure that enables internal and external applications to communicate securely, reliably, and efficiently. Our team powers billions of requests per day for critical business areas, including Streaming, Live Events, Ads, Gaming, and Gen AI. We are seeking an experienced engineer to join our exceptional team of talented Engineers. If you are eager to make a tangible impact on the backbone of Netflix’s cloud platform, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

Experience designing and developing software for highly reliable and highly scalable distributed systems in a cloud environment.
Hands-on experience with API Gateway technologies, such as Netflix Zuul OSS, Envoy Gateway, Kubernetes Gateway API, Istio Gateway, or other Gateway solutions.
Deep expertise in Layer 4 (TCP/UDP) and Layer 7 (HTTP/S, gRPC, WebSockets) protocols.
Deep understanding of TLS protocol internals, common vulnerabilities, and configuration best practices.
Solid understanding of secure communication and API Security Standards (OAuth2, JWT, mTLS, OpenID Connect).
Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Go, or C++.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex problems, identify root causes using data, and deliver clear, actionable solutions.
Demonstrate a high degree of ownership and accountability for execution, managing multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Possess a growth mindset and a continuous drive to learn, evaluate, and adapt to new and evolving technologies.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing, testing, and deploying eBPF programs for network monitoring or security applications is a plus.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and integrate functionality within our data plane and control plane to uplift the security, observability, and resilience story for traffic traversing the cloud.
Develop software solutions and tools to enhance the developer and product experience in collaboration with team members and stakeholders.
Lead the development and integration of new security features into Netflix Zuul's data plane to continuously strengthen the security posture.
Drive alignment with stakeholders and manage strategic partnerships.
Provide technical mentorship for junior engineers and set best practices through detailed design reviews and high-quality code reviews.

Benefits

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits.
We also offer paid leave of absence programs.
Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off.
Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off.

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