Full-Stack Engineer (L5), Identity & Security Experiences

Full-Stack Engineer (L5), Identity & Security Experiences Location Los Gatos, CA : Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 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. In Growth Product Experiences , we create amazing user experiences, blending our role as a top streaming service with exciting engineering challenges. We develop A/B tests and features for web, TV, and mobile platforms to introduce Netflix to more people, encourage sign-ups, and keep members engaged for the long haul. Our team thrives on growth, proactivity, curiosity, and selflessness, embracing diversity, inclusion, and equity. If you're passionate about quality code and captivating UI that reaches global audiences, we'd love for you to apply. This hybrid role is based in Los Gatos, California requiring three days a week at Netflix's HQ. We offer relocation assistance, generous parental leave, vacation, and reproductive benefits. What will you do in this role? As a member of the Identity & Security Experiences team, you'll directly influence how millions interact with Netflix daily. Our focus is on building stable, reusable capabilities, enhancing Netflix operations, including streaming apps, Games, Ads, Live, Support, and Netflix House. You'll play a pivotal role in building smooth account creation, login, and access experiences across Netflix products. You'll develop security experiences like Multi-factor authentication and innovative methods to boost security and reduce fraud. Using Web UI, Server-driven, and Backend service technologies , you'll create modular experiences that minimize client-side logic. Your work will enhance flexibility, increase experimentation speed, improve user experience, and directly contribute to our bottom line. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, build, and ship innovative solutions improving access & security Lead technical projects from ideation through launch while setting the technical direction and building Server Driven UI components, client-friendly schemas, and developing backend microservices & APIs Focus on product, business, and partner needs for high-quality experiences without harming sign-up or engagement metrics Ensure systems are scalable, performant, and reliable driving best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment. Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in a timely manner. What Sets You Apart? ~ Exceptional proficiency in the fundamentals of any programming language, with a focus on TypeScript/React and Java/Springboot and Full-stack engineering. ~ Proven ability to operate and troubleshoot complex systems crafted with microservice architecture and expertise in designing and implementing APIs and microservices. ~ Endlessly curious with a proactive approach to technology, learning, and innovation, and a keen interest in identity and security solutions, backed by experience in the security industry or building identity & security product experiences. ~ Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively, with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering high-quality products. ~ Always seeking different perspectives , feedback, and relevant information to consider tradeoffs and avoid over-engineering, with a solid understanding of cloud services and architectures (e.g., AWS, GCP, or Azure). ~ Endeavors to elevate the knowledge, skills, and abilities of yourself and others, fostering an inclusive, collaborative environment aiming to continuously grow and improve. ~ Skilled in creating scalable and reusable server-side components, with an understanding of security best practices in web and server-side development, and proven experience with modern Web UI frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, or Vue.js) and Backend technologies (e.g., Node.js, Java, or Python). ~7+ years of professional experience designing, building, and shipping full-stack software (frontend UI and backend services) and using unit tests and other automation to validate quality, with experience in CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. ~ Familiar with GraphQL, server-driven UI techniques, and RESTful APIs for backend connectivity, and knowledge of security best practices in software development. ~ Bonus if you have experience in identity & security systems or the media & entertainment industry Qualifications Proven experience in software development with a focus on web UI and server-side technologies. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience. What's different about us? Growth Product Experiences is a team that celebrates and values the business impact we have on Netflix, and not just the engineering contributions we make. If you have a strong product mindset that loves knowing how your work directly impacts our customer growth and revenue, this is the team for you. We move fast and iterate quickly - we take ideas from concept to reality in a matter of weeks, not quarters. Expect a broader range of projects compared to other teams. Inclusivity is something we embrace - diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and styles are something we're proud of. We value thoughtful engineers who lead with passion, resilience, a positive attitude, and a high degree of empathy. You can be your authentic self on this team, as we look for culture adds, not culture fits. Take a peek at your future colleagues Jason Lewis Jason is an Engineering Manager within Growth Product Experiences, leading the Accounts & Security workstream. Beyond his passion for wildlife photography, long-distance cycling, badminton, and board games, he loves building top notch product experiences. Every customer should be able to seamlessly and securely access Netflix. He loves being surrounded by the sharpest people in the industry who teach him something new each day. Cherie Wang Cherie is a Software Engineer focused on building backend mid-tier systems that power our user experience in the identity and security space. She loves working in a collaborative environment and is always seeking opportunities to learn something new. Outside of work, she enjoys watching shows and movies, playing racket sports, cooking, exploring restaurants and bakeries, and traveling. Matt Goucher Matt Goucher is a Staff Full Stack Engineer with a passion for building secure, performant and scalable systems that drive Netflix's user experiences. He flexes his expertise across the stack to help drive forward seamless execution of projects. Matt enjoys spending time with his family and traveling to the Washington coast. 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, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Our culture is unique, and we live by our values, so it's worth learning more about Netflix culture . 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, location, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $100,000 - $720,000. 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.