Comcast · 1 month ago
Lead Backend Engineer - C++
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$153K/yr - $229K/yr
5+ years expComcast, through its subsidiary FreeWheel, provides comprehensive ad platforms for publishers, advertisers, and media buyers. The Lead Backend Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the software development lifecycle of a distributed online video Ad Server system, collaborating with Product Managers and ensuring the delivery of high-performance software solutions.
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Responsibilities
Collaborates with project stakeholders to identify product and technical requirements. Conducts analysis to determine integration needs
Designs new software and web applications, supports applications under development and customizes current applications. Develops software update processes for existing applications. Assists in the roll-out of software releases
Trains junior Software Development Engineers on internally developed software applications
Oversees the researching, writing and editing of documentation and technical requirements, including software designs, evaluation plans, test results, technical manuals and formal recommendations and reports
Keeps current with technological developments within the industry. Monitors and evaluates competitive applications and products. Reviews literature, patents and current practices relevant to the solution of assigned projects
Assists with technical leadership throughout the design process and assists in guidance with regards to practices, procedures and techniques. Serves as a guide mentor for Software Development Engineers
Assists in tracking and evaluating performance metrics. Ensures team delivers software on time, to specification and within budget
Works with Quality Assurance team to determine if applications fit specification and technical requirements. Tests and evaluates systems, subsystems and components
Acts as a technical contact and liaison for outside vendors and/or customers
Presents and defends architectural, design and technical choices to internal and external audiences
Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary
Responsible for your owned features' complete software development lifecycle, including designing, prototyping, implementation, testing, maintenance, and technical support
Produce technical specifications and determine operational feasibility
Write well-designed, testable, efficient code
Develop software verification plans and quality assurance procedures
Document and maintain software functionality
Tailor and deploy engineering tools, processes, and metrics
Support overall business
Technically solve issues
Partner with global engineering, product, and operations teams to further incorporate collective innovations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or above
5 years relevant work experience
Experience with C/C++, DB design, and network programming
Experience with large system software design and development
Experience with distributed systems and mission-critical systems is a plus
Advertising industry experience is a plus
Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and technical innovation
Strong passion for learning/practicing new techniques
Knowledgeable about SDLC, Agile, and Software Engineering Methodology
Team working skills, Good communication skills, Willingness to work under pressure
Have the ability and persistence in technical support
Ability to work closely with global teams and accept additional working time besides normal working hours to meet or co-work with global teams
Preferred
Experience with distributed systems and mission-critical systems is a plus
Advertising industry experience is a plus
Benefits
Best-in-class Benefits
Company
Comcast
Comcast is a media and technology company that provides broadband internet, mobile services, and entertainment platforms. It is a sub-organization of SkyShowtime.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.92BKey Investors
California Public Utilities CommissionMassachussetts Broadband InstituteMaine Connectivity Authority
2025-11-13Grant· $3.2M
2024-07-02Grant· $2.69M
2023-04-24Grant· $0.28M
Leadership Team
Neil Smit
President and Chief Executive Officer
Candy Lawson
SVP, Chief Compliance Officer and Senior Deputy General Counsel
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