Data Engineer (L5)
Description For Data Engineer (L5)
Netflix is seeking a Data Engineer (L5) to join their Data Science & Analytics team. The role involves building systems to process data efficiently and modeling data to power analytics. Responsibilities include creating batch data pipelines, developing real-time processing services, and collaborating with various teams to enable a culture of learning. The ideal candidate should be proficient in at least one major programming language, comfortable with SQL, and familiar with big data technologies. The position offers a competitive salary range of $170,000 - $720,000, comprehensive benefits, and the option for remote work in the US with occasional visits to Los Gatos, California.
Key requirements:
- Strong programming skills in languages like Java, Scala, or Python
- Experience with SQL and big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Flink)
- Background in distributed data processing, software engineering of data services, or data modeling
- Ability to work with web-scale datasets
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with various teams
- Familiarity with Netflix culture and comfort working in a rapidly changing environment
Netflix offers a unique culture that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation. They provide comprehensive benefits including health plans, mental health support, retirement plans, stock options, and various leave programs. The company is committed to equal opportunity employment and does not discriminate based on various protected characteristics.
Responsibilities For Data Engineer (L5)
- Build systems to process data efficiently
- Model data to power analytics
- Create batch data pipelines
- Develop real-time processing services
- Collaborate with business, engineering, and data science teams
- Enable a culture of learning
- Work on solutions ranging from business metrics to core product features
Requirements For Data Engineer (L5)
- Proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g. Java, Scala, Python)
- Comfortable working with SQL
- Strong background in distributed data processing, software engineering of data services, or data modeling
- Familiar with big data technologies like Spark or Flink
- Comfortable working with web-scale datasets
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively
Benefits For Data Engineer (L5)
- 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
- Flexible time off for salaried employees
- 35 days annually for paid time off for hourly employees
