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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
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Listed pay typically runs
$141,850–$203,546
across 65 roles with salary data.
Sr. C++ Backend Engineer joins a global engineering team to design, build, and support a high-quality video advertising platform. This role focuses on constructing and optimizing infrastructure for ad delivery systems characterized by high concurrency, high availability, and low latency. The engineer will manage the end-to-end software development lifecycle, including designing and implementing solutions using AWS services, Kubernetes, and containerization technologies to ensure scalable performance. Day-to-day responsibilities include troubleshooting infrastructure issues, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into technical designs. Candidates must possess proficiency in C++, Golang, or network programming, alongside a strong foundation in Linux/Unix, data structures, and algorithms. The role addresses the complex challenge of managing high-volume traffic and processing massive amounts of raw data within the television industry's advertising ecosystem to optimize client business results.
Construct and optimize high-concurrency, low-latency infrastructure for the ad delivery system.
Design, architect, and implement scalable solutions using AWS services, Kubernetes, and containerization technologies.
Manage and secure cloud infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and cost efficiency.
Perform end-to-end software development including updates, roll-outs, and technical documentation.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure and application-related issues in collaboration with operations teams.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior-level software engineers.
Translate stakeholder requirements into technical designs and specifications for the product roadmap.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's Degree or above.
3 to 10 years of relevant work experience.
Proficiency in C/C++ or Golang and network programming.
In-depth understanding of cloud, containerization, distributed architecture, and middleware like cache, message queue, and Nginx.
Experience with AWS services, Kubernetes, and infrastructure management.
Strong foundation in Linux/Unix, data structures, and algorithms.
Knowledge of SDLC, Agile, and Software Engineering Methodologies.
Experience in large-scale online service design (preferred); experience with distributed systems and mission-critical systems (preferred); advertising industry experience (preferred).