Software Engineer 5 - Foundation Tech & Embedded Graphics

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode – pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting‑edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next. The Foundation Tech team ensures a premium Netflix experience on consumer electronics by developing robust, scalable device reference designs in collaboration with hardware partners (TV Silicon and device manufacturers). We measure our success through device performance and coverage. If you're passionate about technology and want to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you! Who You Are You possess a quality‑focused mindset and proactively lead initiatives to achieve high‑quality embedded system integrations You have experience in integrating 3rd party libraries and troubleshooting in embedded systems You have strong coding skills in C/C++ and Java script You form partnerships with cross‑functional teams inside and outside of Netflix, using strong communication skills You take ownership of projects to drive them with minimal direction and prioritize appropriately You have empathy for the developer experience and seek out areas to improve developer productivity You have a growth mindset – you don’t need to know everything, but are eager to learn anything What You Will Do Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to integrate and optimize reference solutions for various devices Identify and resolve issues related to embedded system integration, including hardware bugs, software compatibility problems, and performance bottlenecks Conduct rigorous testing to validate the performance, reliability, and compatibility of reference implementations in different environments Create and maintain detailed documentation for integration processes, best practices, and troubleshooting guides Provide technical support and guidance to partners and internal teams during the development and deployment phases Stay up to date with the latest advancements in entertainment technology and contribute to developing new features and improvements What sets you apart? Experience with embedded systems Experience with graphics AI fluency in improving code quality and data analysis Experience with game development Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top‑of‑market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $388,000.00 – $558,000.00. Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family‑forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full‑time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full‑time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here. Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here. Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Netflix