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# AI Software Engineer 5

- **Company:** Netflix, Inc.
- **Location:** Los Gatos, CA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Information Engineering, Machine Learning, Operational Databases, Apache Spark, Apache Flink, Data Management
- **Published:** August 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/ai-software-engineer-5-los-gatos-ca-usa-58847394

## About the Role

_ in building production data systems using Spark, Flink, etc. * Proficiency in Java or Scala and ability to learn new technologies independently * Hands-on experience with schema design and data modeling Key requirements * Health plans * Mental health support * 401(k) with employer match * Stock option program * Disability programs * Health savings account and flexible spending accounts

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role, you will build and scale production data systems that power Netflix personalization. You will work within the personalization data engineering team to expand data products and frameworks, collaborating with algorithm teams to improve member experiences. You'll tackle large, web-scale datasets and apply distributed-system thinking to enable faster, smarter ML-driven experiences. This is a chance to influence how millions discover content through scalable data platforms and thoughtful dataset design. Compensation / Benefits * Build and maintain production data systems on web-scale datasets (Spark, Flink) * Contribute to the team's data products and frameworks for improved personalization * Partner with algorithm teams to drive continuous improvement and innovation in Netflix personalization * Design and model datasets with elegant, scalable schemas * Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to balance priorities and deliver impact Tasks * Expertise in building production data systems using Spark, Flink, etc. * Proficiency in Java or Scala and ability to learn new technologies independently * Hands-on experience with schema design and data modeling Key requirements * Health plans * Mental health support * 401(k) with employer match * Stock option program * Disability programs * Health savings account and flexible spending accounts


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