Distributed Systems Engineer (L5) - Service Mesh & API Gateway

Netflix, the global entertainment leader serving over 300 million subscribers, is seeking a Distributed Systems Engineer (L5) to join their Application Networking Group. This role is crucial in maintaining and evolving Netflix's cloud communication backbone, including Edge Gateway and service mesh infrastructure. The position offers an opportunity to work on highly scalable systems that power Netflix's worldwide streaming service.

The role focuses on developing and operating the service mesh and API gateway systems that form the foundation of Netflix's cloud infrastructure. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies like Envoy proxy, handling critical aspects of system security, observability, and resilience. The position requires expertise in distributed systems, service mesh technologies, and security protocols.

As part of the Application Networking Group, you'll be responsible for the communication infrastructure that handles all internet-facing traffic, device-to-server protocols, and internal service communications. The team is in an exciting phase of evolution, supporting new business initiatives and emerging use cases at Netflix.

The compensation is highly competitive, ranging from $100,000 to $720,000, with the flexibility to choose the ratio of salary to stock options. Netflix offers comprehensive benefits including health plans, mental health support, 401(k) with employer match, and flexible time off. The company's unique culture emphasizes freedom and responsibility, making it an ideal environment for engineers who thrive on autonomy and innovation.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced distributed systems engineers who want to impact millions of users while working with some of the most advanced cloud infrastructure systems in the industry. The role offers the flexibility of remote work while being part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of cloud networking and distributed systems at scale.