Comcast

Eng2 , Software Dev & Engineering

Posted on: 5 Mar 2021

Philadelphia, PA

Job Description

Job Descriptions

Job Summary

Our projects include writing software for Comcast Network to ensure reliability and interoperability of different network devices used on our network, implementing a new security model for the network and implementing more secure and scalable alternatives to core internet services. We use the most pertinent tools from our toolbox to implement solutions that stand the test of time and scale.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities:
Design and manage networking software and architecture for core and regional networks
Work closely with architects and engineers to design solutions
Collaborate with the team in designing a technical solution to a problem using the appropriate tools the right programming language, object-oriented methodology, frameworks, data modeling solutions, design patterns and open source software.
Write solid readable code that uses appropriate data structures and algorithms to solve a problem.
Organize all development efforts using Jira and Confluence within 2-week sprints.
Develop quick proof of concept solutions.
Analyze and determine integration needs.
Displays in-depth knowledge of engineering methodologies, concepts, skills, and their application in the area of specified engineering specialty.
Displays in-depth knowledge of, and ability to apply, process design and redesign skills. Presents and defends architectural, design, and technical choices to internal audiences.
Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
Regular, consistent and punctual attendance.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Skills/Qualifications:
Proficiency and breadth of experience in two or more programming languages(python/java/golang preferred). We use different languages based on the problem at hand. Currently, we use Python extensively.
Leverage public and internal cloud platforms/technologies to scale and add flexibility to solutions - AWS, OpenStack, Kubernetes.
Able to thrive in a Linux-based environment using containers or virtual machines.
You must have a reasonably good idea about how a packet traverses through a network basic routing and switching protocols, socket programming, packet header structures.
CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA or JNCIS certification preferred.
Ability to quickly grasp the working of network protocols while working closely with network architects and engineers.
Knowledge of network protocols such as TCP/IP, IS-IS and BGP

Job Specification:
- Bachelors Degree or Equivalent
- Computer Science, Engineering
- Generally requires 2-5 years related experience

Employees at all levels are expected to:
- Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job
- Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services
- Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences
- Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas
- Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers
- Drive results and growth
- Respect and promote inclusion and diversity
- Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Relevant Work Experience

2-5 Years

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. Thats why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.

Comcast

Philadelphia, PA

Comcast Corporation operates as a media and technology company worldwide. It operates through Cable Communications, Cable Networks, Broadcast Television, Filmed Entertainment, Theme Parks, and Sky segments. The Cable Communications segment offers cable services, including high-speed Internet, video, voice, and security and automation services to residential and business customers under the Xfinity name; and advertising services.

The Cable Networks segment operates national cable networks that provide various entertainment, news and information, and sports content; regional sports and news networks; international cable networks; and various digital properties, including brand-aligned Websites, as well as engages in the cable television studio production operations. 

The Broadcast Television segment operates NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, NBC and Telemundo local broadcast television stations, broadcast television studio production operations, and various digital properties. The Filmed Entertainment segment produces, acquires, markets, and distributes filmed entertainment under the Universal Pictures, Illumination, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features names. It also develops, produces, and licenses stage plays; and distributes filmed entertainment produced by third parties. The Theme Parks segment operates Universal theme parks in Orlando, Florida; Hollywood, California; and Osaka, Japan.

The Sky segment offers direct-to-consumer services, such as video, high-speed Internet, voice, and wireless phone services; and content services comprising operating entertainment networks, the Sky News broadcast network, and Sky Sports networks. The company also provides a wireless phone service under the Xfinity Mobile name; and owns the Philadelphia Flyers, as well as the Wells Fargo Center arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Comcast Corporation was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.