Netflix operates a flexible hybrid model where teams decide how they work rather than following a companywide remote policy. That creates significant variation across the organisation. Technical roles such as engineering and data often have strong remote flexibility, while other roles remain closer to office hubs. In this episode, Alex explores how this selective approach to remote work reflects a broader hiring strategy used by many large companies. Remote flexibility often appears where talent is scarce and competition is intense. But as more businesses adopt fully remote operating models, companies that treat remote work as a selective perk may find it harder to compete for global talent.

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