Lead Software Engineer

Comcast

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chicago, ILEnglewood, CO
Salary
$152,828–$229,243 / yr
Posted
2 days ago

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Similar $182k
This role $191k
$140k most similar roles pay here $239k

This role pays more than 53% of similar roles. Most pay $153,550–$211,200 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $191k versus about $182k 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 40 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $132,599–$199,761 across 20 roles with salary data.

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The Lead Software Engineer role on the Core Engineering team in Chicago or Englewood requires overseeing the development lifecycle of a high-performance distributed online video Ad Server system, including designing, implementing, and maintaining mission-critical software. This involves collaborating with Product Managers to build features aligned with business needs, developing technical specifications, and ensuring operational feasibility through rigorous testing and quality assurance procedures. The candidate will lead a team of engineers by providing mentorship, conducting code reviews, and fostering a culture of innovation and best practices. Key skills include extensive experience in C/C++, database design, network programming, distributed systems, and proficiency with Agile methodologies. Familiarity with the Open RTB protocol and the advertising industry is beneficial, as is the ability to work collaboratively across global teams and manage complex projects effectively.

Skills

C++ SQL Distributed Systems Agile SDLC Open RTB Networking DB Design Algorithms Data Structures CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain high-performance distributed Ad Server systems.
  • Collaborate with Product Managers to build features aligned with business needs.
  • Lead the software development lifecycle from design through maintenance.
  • Mentor a team of engineers, providing technical guidance and code reviews.
  • Design and implement verification plans and quality assurance procedures.
  • Foster collaboration between global engineering, product, and operations teams.
  • Tailor and deploy engineering tools, processes, and metrics for efficiency.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in software development and engineering.
  • Proficient in C/C++, database design, and network programming.
  • Extensive experience with large system software design and distributed systems.
  • Strong project management skills for prioritizing tasks and managing timelines.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Expertise in Agile SDLC and software engineering methodology.
  • Experience leading and mentoring a team of software engineers.

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