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Experienced Full Stack Software Engineer – Android Client Foundations at Netflix

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2025-11-03

Join the World's Leading Entertainment Service: Become an Android Client Foundations Engineer at Netflix

Netflix is a global entertainment powerhouse with 278 million paid subscriptions across over 190 countries, offering a vast library of TV series, movies, and games in multiple genres and languages. We're a team of innovators, thinkers, and creatives passionate about delivering exceptional user experiences. Our Android Client Foundations team is at the forefront of building the core client infrastructure, application engineering, automation, and developer tools that empower our product teams to create rich, seamless, and performant experiences.

About the Role

The Android Client Foundations team is responsible for solving shared challenges and requirements across Netflix's Android product designs. We develop critical client infrastructure, application engineering, automation, and developer tools, working closely with our partners to drive innovation and growth. Our mission is to:

  • Empower teams to develop and deploy rich, seamless, and performant product experiences
  • Enable rapid execution and product innovation on robust, battle-tested, operationalized foundational pieces
  • Stay highly aligned with Product Engineering teams while being loosely coupled to focus on technical missions that serve our client groups

Key Responsibilities

  • Build core UI framework and systems that define best practices to drive consistency and transparency in client code
  • Develop efficient, performant Android client code with effective documentation that can be utilized by Android engineers in various teams
  • Bring a wide range of experience building features and systems with technologies like DI/Knife/Grip, Jetpack Form, GraphQL, etc. to the team
  • Foster code for testability and write automated tests with JVM Unit/Espresso tests to maintain high product quality on a high commit volume code base
  • Stay up-to-date with state-of-the-art Android technologies and software practices, and modernize the code base to accelerate development speed and maintain high product quality

What Sets You Apart

  • Deep understanding of the technical landscape of Android development and ability to introduce new paradigms and practices
  • Self-starter with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and driving forward-looking technical solutions or guides
  • Practical and intelligent approach to problem-solving that considers tradeoffs and avoids over-designing
  • Exceptional coding skills, particularly with Java and Kotlin, and ability to navigate various languages and technology stacks (e.g., GraphQL, etc.)
  • Effective at building strong relationships with cross-functional teams through clear communication, empathy, and generosity
  • Endeavors to elevate the knowledge and skills of yourself and others, fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment

Requirements

Essential Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in Android software development
  • Strong proficiency in Java and Kotlin
  • Experience with Android architecture, UI design, and performance optimization
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with GraphQL, Jetpack Form, and other Android technologies
  • Knowledge of agile development methodologies and version control systems (e.g., Git)
  • Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Espresso)
  • Familiarity with Netflix's technology stack and architecture

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At Netflix, we believe in empowering our employees to grow and develop their skills. We offer:

  • Extensive training and development programs
  • Opportunities for career advancement and growth
  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment
  • Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools

Work Environment and Company Culture

Netflix is a unique and dynamic work environment that values:

  • Innovation and creativity
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Continuous learning and growth

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including:

  • Competitive salary ($35-40 per hour)
  • Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, and paid time off
  • Opportunities for stock options and equity
  • Flexible work arrangements and remote work options

Why Join Us?

If you're passionate about building exceptional Android experiences, innovating with cutting-edge technologies, and collaborating with a talented team, we want to hear from you! Join our Android Client Foundations team at Netflix and become part of a global entertainment powerhouse that's shaping the future of streaming.

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