Data Engineer 5 - Playback

Netflix, the world's leading entertainment service with 283 million paid memberships across 190+ countries, is seeking a Data Engineer 5 for their Playback team within Consumer Engineering Product Data Engineering. This role is crucial in revolutionizing how shows and movies are produced and delivered at massive scale.

The position focuses on the Playback pod, which is responsible for producing datasets that serve as the source of truth for Title, Live and Ads performance, title popularity, and member quality of experience. These datasets are vital for driving content decisions and understanding viewing patterns, device usage, and streaming quality metrics.

As a Data Engineer 5, you'll be working with core datasets, delivering high-quality business metrics, and building systems to process both batch and real-time data at scale. The role requires expertise in large distributed systems, modern big data technologies, and software development. You'll need mastery in programming languages like Java, Scala, or Python, along with strong SQL skills.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong product ownership, excellent data intuition, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with teams. You'll be responsible for the end-to-end software development lifecycle, including automation, testing, CI/CD, and documentation. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $170,000 to $720,000, with the flexibility to choose between salary and stock options.

Netflix offers comprehensive benefits including health plans, mental health support, 401(k) with employer match, stock options, and generous paid time off. The company values inclusion and diversity, fostering an environment where all perspectives are welcomed. This remote position provides an opportunity to work at the forefront of streaming technology while contributing to Netflix's continued innovation in entertainment delivery.