Software Engineer 5 - Ads Engineering

Netflix

Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Los GatosLos AngelesNew York, NYSeattle, WA
Salary
$388,000–$558,000 / yr
Posted
101 days ago

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $473k
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About Netflix

Netflix is the world''s leading streaming entertainment service, offering a vast library of TV series, films, documentaries, and original content to subscribers in over 190 countries. Industry: Streaming Entertainment & Media

Netflix currently has 117 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $388,000–$619,000 across 113 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Software Engineer 5 - Ads Engineering

Senior software engineers are sought by Netflix’s Ads Engineering team to build a world-class advertising ecosystem. This role involves developing advanced technology for products like ad serving, inventory management, audience targeting, and measurement systems, ensuring exceptional experiences for members and advertisers. Candidates should be proficient in modern programming languages, familiar with cloud-based applications, and experienced in setting technical directions and making architectural decisions. Ideal candidates have domain experience in advertising technologies such as Ad Serving, Ads Identity & Audiences, or Campaign Management. The team works on rapidly growing Connected TV advertising solutions, focusing on unique value propositions to differentiate Netflix in the market.

What you'll do

  • Develop cloud-based applications using modern programming languages.
  • Set technical directions for engineering projects and make architectural decisions.
  • Work closely with ad operations to enable campaign setup and reporting.
  • Build systems that measure and analyze advertising campaign outcomes.
  • Manage policies and integrations for third-party ad supply inventory.

What we're looking for

  • Extensive experience in ad serving or related advertising technologies.
  • Proven track record in developing cloud-based applications using modern programming languages.
  • Strong understanding of A/B testing methodologies and experimentation frameworks.
  • Experience setting technical directions for engineering projects and making architectural decisions.
  • Familiarity with the Connected TV (CTV) advertising space and its unique challenges.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with high visibility and strategic initiatives.
  • Solid background in managing advertiser relationships, including campaign setup and reporting.

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