# Distributed Systems Engineer 5 - Core Ad Serving Platform at Netflix

- Company: Netflix
- What the company does: Watch Netflix movies & TV shows online or stream right to your smart TV, game console, PC, Mac, mobile, tablet and more. Backed by IVP and Redpoint.
- Company website: https://www.netflix.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: 4 Locations
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-16
- Apply by: 2026-11-30
- Apply: https://netflix.wd108.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Netflix/job/New-York/Distributed-Systems-Engineer-5---Core-Ad-Serving-Platform_JR41843?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/netflix-distributed-systems-engineer-5-core-ad-serving-platform/

## About the role

Architect and operate backend services for core ad decisioning : Design and build scalable, modular backend frameworks for targeting, frequency management, pacing, and policy enforcement. Design APIs and data models : Create clean, scalable interfaces and data schemas that enable seamless interoperability across the Ad Platform ecosystem. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- 7+ years of experience, with at least 4+ years in the Ads domain
- Expertise in building and operating highly-available, distributed systems at massive scale
- Hands-on experience building core ad server components: decisioning logic, ad selection, pacing, ranking, scoring, and frequency capping
- Deep understanding of ad-tech ecosystem standards and business requirements (e.g., targeting, policy enforcement, and frequency management)
- Proven ability to design scalable APIs and data models that support complex, multi-service ecosystems
- Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with cross-functional product and engineering teams


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