Data Center Deployment Engineer 5
Description For Data Center Deployment Engineer 5
Netflix, a global entertainment leader serving 283 million members across 190+ countries, seeks a Data Center Deployment Engineer 5 to manage their Open Connect infrastructure. This role is crucial for maintaining Netflix's global content delivery network, overseeing 100+ edge data centers that enable seamless streaming, gaming, and live experiences. The position combines technical expertise with project management, requiring deep knowledge of networking, data center operations, and vendor management. The role offers competitive compensation ($100K-$720K) with comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in Edge Networks and Data Centers, strong technical skills, and the ability to lead complex projects while mentoring team members. This position offers the chance to directly impact Netflix's global infrastructure while working in a culture that values innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning.
Responsibilities For Data Center Deployment Engineer 5
- Project manage design, planning, deployment, and refreshing of network and content serving infrastructure
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors
- Produce and maintain comprehensive documentation
- Create bill of materials for each project
- Manage remote hands vendors
- Collaborate with infrastructure teams to develop long-term solutions
- Identify and drive improvements in management tools and automation
- Lead complex network upgrades and migrations
- Troubleshoot networking, power, cooling, and fiber issues
- Remotely configure data center hardware
- Provide mentorship and technical leadership
- Understand Open Connect Appliance functionality
Requirements For Data Center Deployment Engineer 5
- Proven project management experience
- Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills
- Expertise in networking concepts and protocols
- Layer 1 knowledge including patch panels and fiber optics
- Deep understanding of power standards
- 5+ years of experience in Edge Networks and Data Centers
- Experience with server and network hardware configuration
- Ability to manage remote vendors globally
- Willingness to travel for quarterly off-sites
Benefits For Data Center Deployment Engineer 5
- Health Plans
- Mental Health support
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Stock Option Program
- Disability Programs
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Family-forming benefits
- Life and Serious Injury Benefits
- Paid leave of absence programs
- 35 days annual PTO (hourly employees)
- Flexible time off (salaried employees)
