Software Engineer L4, Observability

Netflix • Leavenworth, WA

1d • $250,000 - $413,000

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.
Observability Engineering is the organization that is the “eyes and ears” of Netflix engineering. This team is responsible for implementing infrastructure and tools to enable visibility into the health of thousands of applications that power Netflix. Thanks to this critical work, Netflix is able to power a highly available system that rivals the reliability of utilities.
In this role, you will partner with engineers across Netflix to build tools and infrastructure that enable fellow engineers to gather timely and actionable insights that help the Netflix service operate reliably. The team works on foundational services relied upon by 3500 engineers and combines many observability signals into usable, actionable insights
This may be your dream job if you:
Value simplicity and clarity in a data-rich design.
Want to build stunning products that deliver measurable value to our users.
Are self-led but highly aligned with your teammates; we develop fast, and align frequently.
Exhibit great communication & writing skills.
Work closely with stakeholders to understand and diagnose symptoms.
Give and receive candid feedback constructively

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in Java or Scala, and comfortable working with Python.
• Strong background in at least one of the following: observability engineering or distributed systems
• Implementing critical platform infrastructure services for large-scale systems.
• Confident leading operational improvements, support, automation, and ease of life enhancements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with product and design teams
• Experience working in Observability domain
• Exposure to frontend integrations and GraphQL.
• Past experience supporting the UI development of tools leveraging the backend systems
• Experience working with Akka or Apache Pekko

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed