Entry-level Backend Software Engineer

Comcast

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Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
New York, NY
Salary
$90,088–$135,132 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $203k
This role $113k
$73k most similar roles pay here $247k

This role pays less than 99% of similar roles. Most pay $175,500–$229,625 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $113k versus about $203k 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 87 open roles on FindRole.

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

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TL;DR · Entry-level Backend Software Engineer

Entry-level Backend Software Engineer (Python or PHP) will join the App team to support programmatic advertising operations by developing APIs, support tools, and ad serving systems. Working within the Buyer Cloud group, this individual will contribute throughout the full software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, coding, testing, deployment, and application support. Day-to-day responsibilities involve designing and maintaining software applications, participating in code reviews, implementing testing protocols to ensure reliability, and engaging in agile development practices like sprint planning and stand-ups. The role requires proficiency in Python or PHP and core competencies in collaboration, willingness to learn, and software development. This position addresses the technical challenge of building robust backend solutions for managing and executing digital real-time bidding campaigns while maintaining high code quality and system reliability within a complex advertising infrastructure.

What you'll do

  • Design, develop, and maintain backend software applications using Python.
  • Participate in code reviews to provide feedback and improve the development process.
  • Implement testing protocols to identify bugs and ensure application reliability.
  • Debug software to enhance system performance and user experience.
  • Write and edit technical documentation for software design and requirements.
  • Research emerging technologies and current practices to suggest innovative software solutions.
  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance to ensure applications meet technical specifications.

What we're looking for

  • Proficiency in Python programming for backend development.
  • Ability to participate in the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
  • Experience with agile development practices including sprint planning and stand-ups.
  • Strong collaboration and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to write and edit technical documentation.
  • Bachelor's Degree (preferred; equivalent combination of coursework and experience may be considered).
  • 0-2 years of relevant work experience.

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