Software Engineer - Application Development

Company: Comcast Corporation
Location: Downingtown
Posted on: September 4, 2024

Job Description:

Make your mark at Comcast -- a Fortune 30 global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. Become part of our award-winning technology team that turns big ideas into cutting-edge products, platforms, and solutions that our customers love. We create space to innovate, and we recognize, reward, and invest in your ideas, while ensuring you can proudly bring your authentic self to the workplace. Join us. You'll do the best work of your career right here at Comcast. (In most cases, Comcast prefers to have employees on-site collaborating unless the team has been designated as virtual due to the nature of their work. If a position is listed with both office locations and virtual offerings, Comcast may be willing to consider candidates who live greater than 100 miles from the office for the remote option.)Job SummaryResponsible for planning and designing new software and web applications. Analyzes, tests and assists with the integration of new applications. Documents all development activity. Assists with training non-technical personnel. Has in-depth experience, knowledge and skills in own discipline. Usually determines own work priorities. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.Job DescriptionCore Responsibilities:

• Design and develop new software and web applications using Python and Golang
• Work with Cassandra, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL databases, and cloud infrastructure, including Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, and Microsoft Azure
• Design and develop RESTful APIs
• Support applications under development and customize current applications
• Assist with the software update process for existing applications, and roll-outs of software releases; analyze, test, and assist with the integration of new applications
• Document all development activity
• Research, write, and edit documentation and technical requirements, including software designs, evaluation plans, test results, technical manuals, and formal recommendations and reports Monitor and evaluate competitive applications and products
• Review literature, patents, and current practices relevant to the solution of assigned projects Collaborate with project stakeholders to identify product and technical requirements
• Conduct analysis to determine integration needs
• Display in-depth knowledge of engineering methodologies, concepts, skills, and their application in the area of specified engineering specialty
• Display in-depth knowledge of and ability to apply, process design, and redesign skills;
• present and defend architectural, design, and technical choices to internal audiences
• Work with the Quality Assurance team to determine if applications fit specifications and technical requirements. -Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field,
  • Prior 5+ years of experience in software engineering with one of programming languages: Python, Golang, Java; working with Cassandra, MongoDB, or any other NoSQL database; of which two (2) year of experience includes working with cloud infrastructure, including Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, and Microsoft Azure; developing RESTful APIs; and developing software using Golang, Python.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 & diversity.
    • Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.Disclaimer:
      • This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.Comcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. 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. That's 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 on our careers site for more details.EducationBachelor's DegreeWhile possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.Relevant Work Experience2-5 Years

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