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Job Overview

Job Title Software Engineer
Hiring Organization Netflix
Company Website https://about.netflix.com/en
Remote Locations US
Job Type Remote, Full-Time

Netflix’s mission is to bring joy and delight to our customers by providing the best content and streaming experience possible. There is no better way to do this than through the Netflix iOS application on Apple’s iPhones and iPads. iOS devices are used by millions of users across the world to stream high-quality content and are loved by creatives, producers, and filmmakers for their capabilities. Marrying Netflix’s exceptional engineering capabilities with Apple’s world-class technology brings unparalleled viewing quality to the millions of Netflix users who stream on iOS devices.

The Netflix iOS Player Team is responsible for building the best streaming experience for our iOS customers. We are an intrepid group of highly skilled engineers who self-navigate through various problems to deliver complex solutions quickly and with extremely high quality. Our team works on various aspects of playback for the Netflix application, ranging from playback mechanism to integration with UI.

We are looking for a talented Software Engineer to join our small team and help us build the next wave of innovation on the Netflix iOS App. As a team member, you will be responsible for building robust and scalable solutions for new features and optimizing existing player experiences. You must self-organize project delivery, work with engineers cross-functionally to gather and define requirements and execute complex projects.

At Netflix, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your personal top of market. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job, skills, and experience to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location.

The overall market range for roles in this area of Netflix is typically $100,000 – $700,000.

This market range is based on total compensation (vs. only base salary), which is in line with our compensation philosophy. Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity of thought and background builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

What Sets You Apart

Curious about a broad range of new or unfamiliar technologies, our consumer base, and product vision
Seek different perspectives, feedback, and relevant information to continuously grow and improve
Maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams through clear communication
Take a thoughtful and practical approach to problem-solving that considers tradeoffs and avoids over-engineering
Comfortable asking questions and seeking knowledge in unfamiliar or ambiguous situations
Endeavor to elevate the knowledge, skills, and abilities of yourself and others that fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment

Job Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain high-quality features for Netflix’s iOS player
Work to collaborate with cross-functional teams to define app features and user experiences
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code
Continuously improve app performance and user experience

Job Requirements

A proven track record of delivering quality player capabilities within the iOS or tvOS ecosystem
Proficiency in Swift and Objective-C
Experience with Apple’s software development tools (Xcode, Instruments, etc.)
Experience with UIKit, AVFoundation, and other relevant frameworks
Experience with video and audio streaming technologies (HLS, DASH)
Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns
Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong ability to communicate cross-functionally
Knowledge of media formats and codecs (AAC, H.264, HEVC, etc.)