Strictly Business Netflix CTO Elizabeth Stone on Streamer’s New AI Project, Gearing Up for Live NFL Games, Evolving the Culture and More
Jul 17, 2024
Elizabeth Stone, the Chief Technology Officer of Netflix and former trader with a PhD in economics, reveals exciting insights into Netflix's new generative-AI project. She discusses the company's preparation for live NFL streaming, emphasizing the challenges of delivering seamless content. Stone also highlights the importance of evolving Netflix's unique 'no rules' culture to meet changing demands. Her unique blend of economics and tech expertise informs strategic decisions while balancing user experience and innovation.
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Netflix's Tech Team
- Elizabeth Stone leads engineering, data science, consumer research, and data engineering at Netflix.
- These teams comprise thousands of people, totaling about 3,000.
Challenges of Global Management
- Managing Netflix's global tech team is complex due to its size, distributed nature, and diverse projects.
- The team supports all business areas, from product and content to infrastructure.
Netflix Culture Evolution
- Netflix initially had a "no rules" culture, contrasting with Stone's prior experiences.
- As Netflix grew, it adopted more structure, especially in planning.
