Backend Software Engineer

Comcast

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Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Chicago, IL
Salary
$109,759–$164,638 / yr
Posted
55 days ago
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Salary context

Below market

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This role $137k
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This role pays less than 92% of similar roles. Most pay $165,000–$214,500 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $137k versus about $190k for comparable roles.

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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 64 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $141,850–$204,799 across 58 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Backend Software Engineer

The Backend Software Engineer (Python or PHP) joins the App team within the Buyer Cloud group to support programmatic advertising operations. This role involves designing, developing, and integrating scalable software solutions, including APIs, support tools, and ad serving systems. You will participate in the full Software Development Life Cycle, performing requirements analysis, testing, deployment, and application integration while mentoring junior engineers and conducting code reviews. The position requires proficiency in Python, Django, and PHP, along with experience developing RESTful APIs. Candidates must also possess skills in Kubernetes, EKS, and AWS to own production deployments for critical backend services. The work focuses on building and maintaining services necessary to configure, manage, monitor, and execute digital real-time bidding campaigns within a high-volume advertising platform.

What you'll do

  • Design, develop, and integrate scalable software solutions to meet business needs and address complex challenges.
  • Conduct analysis of system requirements and customize applications to ensure optimal functionality.
  • Assist with software update processes and the rollout of new software releases.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues within software applications and systems.
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide meaningful feedback during code reviews to drive engineering best practices.
  • Verify that software meets technical specifications by engaging with Quality Assurance teams.
  • Conduct training sessions for operational staff on the use of internally developed applications.

What we're looking for

  • 5-7 years of relevant work experience.
  • 2+ years of experience working with Python and Django.
  • Experience creating and developing RESTful APIs using Django.
  • Experience with PHP.
  • Experience with Kubernetes/EKS and AWS owning production deployments at scale for critical backend services.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
  • AdTech or advertising industry experience (preferred).

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