Senior Software Engineer (L5) - Personalization Data

Netflix•,

2d•$388,000 - $619,000

About The Position

The personalization data engineering team is responsible for building large, web-scale datasets used for enabling and improving member experience. These datasets are integral inputs to our machine learning algorithms, which drive the exceptional experiences our members enjoy. Given the size, complexity and criticality of our datasets, we are looking for a Software Engineer with a deep analytical mindset and experience with modern distributed systems. As a member of this team, you will drive innovation in big data processing by contributing and adding to the team’s suite of data products and frameworks. You will also have the unique opportunity to partner with our world-class algorithm teams to drive continuous improvement and innovation to Netflix personalization.

Requirements

Expertise in building production data systems (using Spark, Flink, etc.) on web-scale datasets.
Proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g. Java, Scala) and ability to pick up new tech skills independently.
Hands on experience with schema design and data modeling, with an unmistakable passion for elegant and intuitive dataset design.
Passion for engineering excellence and tolerance for ambiguity in a fast-paced setting.
Ability to allocate time judiciously and employ organizational context to resolve competing priorities.
Ability to strategically partner with diverse stakeholders to drive innovation.
Ability to drive change and influence others through clear and effective communication.
Ability to be both a leader and a learner and smoothly inter-operate between the two personas with humility and maturity.

Responsibilities

Drive innovation in big data processing by contributing and adding to the team’s suite of data products and frameworks.
Partner with world-class algorithm teams to drive continuous improvement and innovation to Netflix personalization.