TV UI Software Engineer – Embedded Devices

Netflix; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

Netflix is seeking a Software Engineer to join the team that builds and maintains the Netflix TV application UI. You will work on a hybrid C++/JavaScript (V8) stack powering UI/UX on TVs, streaming devices, and gaming control centers.

We value a test-to-break mindset, automation of processes, and collaboration with designers to deliver high-impact features. The role expects strong JS/TS skills and an interest in embedded-device web tech.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of coding experience in JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Experience building UIs with React/Preact (nice to have).
• Strong understanding of REST, WebSockets, SSE and pub-sub.
• Hands-on experience with TDD and testing frameworks (Chai, Mocha).
• Test-driven mindset and focus on building reliable code.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Interest in how web technologies run on embedded devices like smart TVs.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable solutions for Netflix TV UI services.
• Create automated tests for UI features on consumer devices.
• Improve developer tools and ergonomics for smoother design work.

Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript

React/Preact

REST/WebSockets/SSE/pub-sub

TDD

Testing frameworks (Chai/Mocha)

Collaboration & communication

Embedded devices interest

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

React

JavaScript tooling

Job description

Netflix is seeking a Software Engineer to join the team that builds and maintains the Netflix TV application UI. You will work on a hybrid C++/JavaScript (V8) stack powering UI/UX on TVs, streaming devices, and gaming control centers.

We value a test-to-break mindset, automation of processes, and collaboration with designers to deliver high-impact features. The role expects strong JS/TS skills and an interest in embedded-device web tech.