Data Engineer Jobs at Netflix with Visa Sponsorship

Netflix hires Data Engineers to build and maintain the large-scale data infrastructure behind its personalization, content, and analytics systems. The company sponsors a range of work visas for this function, making it a realistic target for international candidates with strong engineering and pipeline-building experience.

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Overview

Open Jobs118+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type76% On-site
Median Salary$425K
Top LocationLos Gatos, CA
Most JobsNetflix

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Data Engineer
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United States
Data Science & Analytics
Data Engineering
Data Science
$380,000/yr - $610,000/yr
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8+ yrs exp.
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Sr. Manager, Content Promotion & Distribution Data Engineering
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Sr. Manager, Content Promotion & Distribution Data Engineering
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Los Gatos, California
Data Science & Analytics
Data Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Project & Program Management
Data Science
Technical Program Management
Project Management
$525,000/yr - $950,000/yr
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10+ yrs exp.
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Manager, Ads Data Engineering
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Manager, Ads Data Engineering
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United States
Data Science & Analytics
Data Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Data Science
Technical Program Management
Revenue Operations & Enablement
$446,000/yr - $752,000/yr
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8+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Manager, Data Engineering
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Manager, Data Engineering
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United States
Data Science & Analytics
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Data Science
Technical Program Management
$446,000/yr - $752,000/yr
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5+ yrs exp.
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Data Engineering Intern
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Data Engineering Intern
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Los Gatos, California
Data Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Software Engineering
Data Science
$40/hr - $110/hr
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Master's

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Tips for Finding Data Engineer Jobs at Netflix Jobs

Align your portfolio with Netflix's data stack

Netflix's Data Engineering roles emphasize Spark, Flink, Iceberg, and internal tools like Metacat. Tailor your GitHub projects and resume to reflect experience with distributed systems and large-scale batch or streaming pipelines before you apply.

Target open roles by data domain

Netflix structures Data Engineering across domains like Content, Ads, and Studio. Applying to the domain closest to your previous industry experience signals fit faster than applying broadly and strengthens your H-1B specialty occupation case with a tighter degree-to-role alignment.

Prepare your degree equivalency documentation early

Netflix sponsors H-1B for Data Engineers, which requires a qualifying bachelor's degree in a specialty field. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from NACES-member evaluators before your offer stage to avoid delays in USCIS filing.

Understand Netflix's cap-exempt filing window

If you're transferring from another H-1B employer to Netflix, USCIS allows cap-exempt portability after your I-140 is approved or after 365 days of post-approval employment. Confirm which situation applies to you when negotiating your start date with the recruiter.

Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate

Filter Data Engineer openings by visa type on Migrate Mate to confirm Netflix is actively hiring for your specific status, whether that's H-1B, E-3, TN, or OPT. This saves time targeting roles where sponsorship is confirmed rather than assumed.

Clarify OPT and CPT timelines with your recruiter

If you're on F-1 OPT, Netflix typically expects you to be H-1B eligible in the next lottery cycle. Confirm your OPT expiration date and any STEM extension eligibility before your offer letter is issued so the recruiter can loop in immigration counsel on timing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Netflix sponsor H-1B visas for Data Engineers?

Yes, Netflix sponsors H-1B visas for Data Engineer roles. The H-1B requires your position to qualify as a specialty occupation, which Data Engineering typically satisfies given its degree requirements in computer science or a related field. Your employer files the petition with USCIS, and approval timelines depend on whether premium processing is used.

How do I apply for Data Engineer jobs at Netflix?

Apply directly through Netflix's careers page or browse open Data Engineer roles filtered by visa type on Migrate Mate. Netflix's interview process typically includes a recruiter screen, technical assessments focused on SQL and data modeling, and system design rounds specific to large-scale pipeline architecture. Tailoring your experience to Netflix's known data platform priorities improves your chances of progressing.

Which visa types does Netflix commonly sponsor for Data Engineers?

Netflix sponsors H-1B, E-3 (for Australian citizens), TN (for Canadian and Mexican nationals), F-1 OPT and CPT, J-1, and Green Card pathways including EB-2 and EB-3 for Data Engineers. The right visa depends on your citizenship and current status. E-3 and TN are often faster to obtain than H-1B since they bypass the annual lottery.

What qualifications does Netflix expect for Data Engineer roles?

Netflix typically looks for strong experience with distributed data systems, proficiency in languages like Python, Java, or Scala, and hands-on work with tools such as Apache Spark or Flink. A bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a quantitative field is expected. Experience with streaming data architectures or open table formats like Apache Iceberg is a notable differentiator.

How do I time my application if I'm on F-1 OPT and need H-1B sponsorship?

The H-1B lottery opens in March for an October 1 start date, so you need your offer accepted and your employer registered with USCIS before the lottery window. If you're on STEM OPT, you may have up to 36 months of work authorization to bridge the gap if you miss a lottery cycle. Coordinate your application timeline with Netflix's recruiting team and confirm their immigration counsel is looped in before your offer is finalized.

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