About Netflix
Netflix is a global streaming and entertainment company that also produces original content worldwide. It runs lean, hiring a relatively small number of highly senior professionals across engineering, data, content and operations.
Culture & work environment
Netflix is famous for its "Freedom and Responsibility" culture, top-of-market pay and a "keeper test" that expects sustained high performance. It favors experienced, self-directed professionals over large junior teams.
Career growth
Rather than traditional ladders, Netflix emphasizes increasing scope and impact. The flat, high-trust structure suits senior people who thrive with autonomy.
Hiring & interview process
Interviews assess senior-level expertise, judgment and culture fit with the company's well-known values. Candidates are expected to operate independently with minimal oversight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Netflix only hire senior people?
Largely yes. Netflix runs lean and favors experienced, self-directed professionals over large junior teams.
What is the Netflix "keeper test"?
Managers ask whether they would fight to keep each employee; it reflects the expectation of sustained high performance.
Does Netflix pay well?
Yes. Netflix is known for top-of-market compensation, often paid largely in salary rather than complex equity packages.