Backend Software Engineer III

Comcast

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Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Reston, VANew York, NY
Salary
$120,212–$180,318 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $184k
This role $150k
$108k most similar roles pay here $235k

This role pays less than 76% of similar roles. Most pay $154,137–$213,250 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $150k versus about $184k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Comcast

Comcast is an American telecommunications and media conglomerate, providing cable TV, internet, and phone services under the Xfinity brand, and owning NBCUniversal.

Comcast currently has 74 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $141,850–$203,546 across 65 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Backend Software Engineer III

Backend Software Engineer 3 joins a core engineering hub to design, build, and support a high-quality video advertising platform for the television industry. As a feature owner, you will manage the complete software development lifecycle, including designing, prototyping, implementing, testing, and maintaining features while producing technical specifications and ensuring operational feasibility. You will develop well-designed code, create verification plans, and integrate components into functional systems. The role requires extensive experience with C/C++, Golang, SQL, and network programming to manage distributed, mission-critical systems that process massive amounts of data. You will also mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical innovation in the online advertising space. Key responsibilities include designing web applications, documenting requirements, and providing technical leadership to solve complex problems within a high-scale infrastructure environment.

What you'll do

  • Own the complete software development lifecycle for assigned features including design, prototyping, implementation, testing, and maintenance.
  • Write high-quality, testable, and efficient code while developing software verification plans and quality assurance procedures.
  • Design new software and web applications while managing the integration of components into functional systems.
  • Produce technical specifications, documentation, and reports regarding software designs and evaluation results.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior software engineers within the engineering team.
  • Resolve complex technical issues and provide support for production environments as needed.
  • Present and defend architectural, design, and technical choices to internal stakeholders.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's Degree (preferred).
  • 5-7 years of relevant work experience.
  • Extensive experience with C/C++/Golang, DB design, and network programming.
  • Experience with large system software design and development.
  • Knowledge of SDLC, Agile, and Software Engineering Methodology.
  • Experience with distributed systems and mission-critical systems (preferred).
  • Experience in the advertising industry (preferred).
  • Strong skills in SQL and back-end development.

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