Software Engineer 5 - iOS Player

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.

Netflix's mission is to bring joy and delight to our customers by providing the best content and streaming experience possible. There is no better way to do this than through the Netflix iOS application on Apple's iPhones and iPads. iOS devices are used by millions of users across the world to stream high-quality content and are loved by creatives, producers, and filmmakers for their capabilities. Marrying Netflix's exceptional engineering capabilities with Apple's world-class technology brings unparalleled viewing quality to the millions of Netflix users who stream on iOS devices.

The Netflix iOS Player Team is responsible for building the best streaming experience for our iOS customers. We are an intrepid group of highly skilled engineers who self-navigate through various problems to deliver complex solutions quickly and with extremely high quality. Our team works on various aspects of playback for the Netflix application, ranging from playback mechanism to integration with UI.

We are looking for a talented Software Engineer to join our small team and help us build the next wave of innovation on the Netflix iOS App. As a team member, you will be responsible for building robust and scalable solutions for new features and optimizing existing player experiences. You must self-organize project delivery, work with engineers cross-functionally to gather and define requirements and execute complex projects.

What Sets You Apart

• Curious about a broad range of new or unfamiliar technologies, our consumer base, and product vision
• Seek different perspectives, feedback, and relevant information to continuously grow and improve
• Maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams through clear communication.
• Take a thoughtful and practical approach to problem-solving that considers tradeoffs and avoids over-engineering
• Comfortable asking questions and seeking knowledge in unfamiliar or ambiguous situations
• Endeavor to elevate the knowledge, skills, and abilities of yourself and others that fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment
  
  

Must Have Skills And Experience

• A proven track record of delivering quality player capabilities within the iOS or tvOS ecosystem.
• Proficiency in Swift and Objective-C
• Experience with Apple's software development tools (Xcode, Instruments, etc.)
• Experience with UIKit, AVFoundation, and other relevant frameworks
• Experience with video and audio streaming technologies (HLS, DASH)
• Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to communicate cross-functionally
• Knowledge of media formats and codecs (AAC, H.264, HEVC, etc.)
  
  

While On The Team, You Can Expect To

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality features for Netflix’s iOS player.
• Work to collaborate with cross-functional teams to define app features and user experiences.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code
• Continuously improve app performance and user experience
  
  

Nice to Have

• Experience with unit tests and automated testing frameworks
• Experience writing automation tests
  
  

At Netflix, we strive to provide competitive and equitable compensation. We carefully consider a wide range of factors, including market indicators, your specific job, skills, and experience, to determine your personal top-of-the-market value. Our compensation may vary based on these considerations and your geographic location. The typical market range for roles in this area of Netflix is $100,000 - $720,000, which represents the total compensation (not just base salary), aligning with our overall compensation philosophy.

Netflix offers a unique and dynamic culture and environment. To learn more about what it's like to work here, please visit our Culture page.

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.