Systems Software Engineer L4

1 Month ago • 3 Years + • Research & Development • $100,000 PA - $620,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Systems Software Engineer L4 at Netflix, you'll be part of a team maintaining the operating system for content caches and the cloud gaming platform. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining OpenBMC and Linuxboot firmware, troubleshooting HW/SW issues, designing system tools for debugging, collaborating with vendors on hardware integration, and improving testing processes. The role demands proficiency in embedded systems, Linux/FreeBSD kernel debugging, and C/C++. You'll work on critical infrastructure impacting millions of users, requiring a self-starter attitude and collaborative spirit.
Must have:
  • 3+ years embedded systems experience
  • Linux/FreeBSD kernel debugging
  • C/C++ proficiency
  • Hardware/software interaction debugging
  • Automation of debugging processes
Good to have:
  • OpenBMC firmware
  • LinuxBoot
  • u-root or TianoCore
  • Kernel development
  • TPMs/HSMs implementation
  • Golang, Python
Perks:
  • Comprehensive health plans
  • Mental health support
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Stock options
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible time off

Job Details

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

(OC)  is a critical group within Netflix that builds and manages a content delivery network (CDN) that delivers all of Netflix’s streaming video. In addition to streaming video, we work on projects within Netflix that leverage physical infrastructure, such as our Cloud Games initiative. According to a 2023 Sandvine report, data delivered by Open Connect accounts for approximately 15% of all downstream traffic volume across the entire internet. All of this traffic is delivered by our edge cache servers. 

A small team of talented software engineers develop and maintain the operating system that runs the content caches and the cloud gaming platform. Because of the important role of these servers, it is critical that they be both efficient and secure.

We are looking for a highly motivated Systems Software Engineer to enhance and maintain the edge server appliances used for cloud gaming and streaming video. In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Develop and maintain OpenBMC and Linuxboot firmware, aligning closely with upstream and backporting necessary fixes.

  • Identify and work with cross functional partners to root cause and provide resolution to HW/SW issues. 

  • Design and develop system tools and utilities to facilitate efficient debugging of new hardware components. This includes tools for facilitating testing new drives, debugging hardware issues in the server fleet.

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and vendors to integrate and optimize new hardware systems.

  • Improve the testing processes for new features to ensure robustness and reliable performance.

This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on a critical area of business.  We provide the freedom to execute, learn and pivot, and the responsibility to be self directed, collaborative and insightful. You can read more about Netflix .

Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of experience writing, debugging and managing embedded systems software stack. 

  • Experience in automating debugging processes for software and firmware stacks to enhance efficiency and accuracy. 

  • Enjoys delving into hardware specs and solving complex technical problems.

  • Proven track record in debugging Linux/FreeBSD kernel issues and resolving complex hardware/software interactions.

  • Demonstrated experience in debugging issues during board bring up and integrating new hardware systems.

  • Proficiency in C/C++.

You will be successful in this role if you:

  • Are a self-starter, curious and not afraid to ask questions when in doubt.

  • Are a quick learner and excited about learning new technologies

  • Advocate thoughtful collaboration, take pride in your work and enjoy taking full ownership of projects from conception to production

Nice to have:

  • Proficiency in developing and maintaining OpenBMC firmware stack with strong understanding of upstream alignment and backporting necessary fixes.

  • Experience with LinuxBoot.

  • Expertise with either u-root or TianoCore. 

  • Proven track record with kernel development.

  • Expertise in successfully implementing TPMs/HSMs, trusted execution environments, and other hardware features for real world applications.

  • Expertise in developing or applying operating system execution environments such as containers or virtual machines for automation and security.

  • Proficiency in Golang, Python.

Be sure to review our to learn more about the unique Netflix culture and the opportunity to be part of our team.

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 $100,000 - $620,000.

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.

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.

Job is open for no less than 7 days and will be removed when the position is filled.

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