Software Engineer 4 - tvOS

Netflix, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 250,000 - 413,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Mental health support

401(k) with employer match

Stock options

Disability programs

Health savings accounts

Flexible spending accounts

Family-forming benefits

Life and serious injury benefits

Paid time off

Flexible time off

Job summary

Netflix, Inc. seeks a talented Software Engineer to build robust features for the Netflix Apple TV app. You will own delivery from design through deployment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet high quality standards.

The role emphasizes Swift-based iOS/tvOS experience, clean code, and performance improvements, with a compensation range of $250,000 to $413,000 annually, plus comprehensive benefits and stock options.

Qualifications

• Experience building iOS or tvOS applications.
• Proficiency in Swift; bonus for Objective-C.
• Experience with Apple's development tools (Xcode, Instruments).
• Experience with UIKit or SwiftUI; AVFoundation is nice to have.
• Understanding of software architecture and design patterns.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deploy, measure, and operate high-quality features for the Netflix Apple TV app.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Analyze A/B test results and make data driven decisions.
• Continuously improve app performance and user experience.

Skills

Swift

tvOS/iOS development

UIKit/SwiftUI

Xcode

Instruments

AVFoundation

Obj-C

Architectural patterns

Debugging

Communication

Tools

Xcode

Instruments

AVFoundation

Job description

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting‑edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.

The Netflix tvOS team is a small but mighty group responsible for building a seamless discovery and streaming experience for our Apple TV customers. This feature set includes login, discovery, search, playback, and more. We are a group of highly skilled engineers who self‑navigate through various problems to deliver complex solutions quickly and with extremely high quality.

We are looking for a talented Software Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in building robust and scalable features for tvOS or iOS apps. You must self‑organize project delivery, work with engineers cross‑functionally to gather and define requirements and execute complex projects. This role needs an unusually responsible individual who will take ownership and pride in the quality of the Netflix app on Apple TV.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deploy, measure, and operate high-quality features for the Netflix Apple TV app
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code
• Analyze A/B test results and make data driven decisions
• Continuously improve app performance and user experience

Requirements

• Experience building iOS or tvOS applications
• Proficiency in Swift and bonus points for Objective-C
• Experience with Apple's software development tools (Xcode, Instruments, etc.)
• Experience with UIKit or SwiftUI. AVFoundation and other relevant frameworks are nice to haves.
• Understanding of software architecture and design patterns
• Excellent problem‑solving and debugging skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Generally, 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 $250,000.00 - $413,000.00.

• 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 here.

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.

At Netflix, we want to entertain the world. Whatever your taste, and no matter where you live, we give you access to best‑in‑class TV series, documentaries, feature films and games. Our members control what they want to watch, when they want it, in one simple subscription.

We’re streaming in more than 30 languages and 190 countries, because great stories can come from anywhere and be loved everywhere. We are the world’s biggest fans of entertainment, and we’re always looking to help you find your next favorite story.