Data Engineer (L5) - Commerce Product Data Engineering

Netflix, a global entertainment leader with 283 million subscribers, is seeking a Data Engineer for their Commerce Product Data Engineering team. This L5 position is crucial in driving business growth through data-driven innovation. The role involves developing sophisticated data pipelines for experimentation and reporting, particularly focusing on the ads business. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical skills in distributed systems and data engineering with a keen understanding of privacy compliance and business strategy.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $170,000 - $720,000, with a unique compensation structure allowing employees to choose their preferred mix of salary and stock options. Working remotely, you'll be part of Netflix's distinctive culture that values independence, innovation, and candid feedback.

As a Data Engineer, you'll be instrumental in building and maintaining critical data systems that power product experiences and business decisions. The role requires expertise in languages like Java, Scala, or Python, plus extensive experience with distributed processing frameworks such as Flink and Spark. You'll work closely with data scientists, privacy teams, and business stakeholders to ensure data quality, security, and compliance with regulations like GDPR.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in an agile environment, can handle ambiguous requirements, and wants to make a significant impact on how Netflix entertains the world. The role combines technical excellence with business acumen, requiring both strong engineering principles and the ability to understand and drive business outcomes through data-driven solutions.