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Software Engineer III

Software Engineer III

Comcast • Chicago, Illinois, US
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hackajob is collaborating with Comcast to connect them with exceptional tech professionals for this role.

FreeWheel, a Comcast company, provides comprehensive ad platforms for publishers, advertisers, and media buyers. Powered by premium video content, robust data, and advanced technology, we’re making it easier for buyers and sellers to transact across all screens, data types, and sales channels. As a global company, we have offices in nine countries and can insert advertisements around the world.

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Software Engineer III to join our team supporting the FreeWheel platforms. In this role, you’ll ensure the availability, performance, and scalability of large-scale distributed systems while driving automation, reliability, and operational excellence. You’ll collaborate with engineering teams, vendors, and client services to deliver robust technical solutions for some of the most high-profile live events in the industry.

Job Description

What You’ll Do

  • Design, analyze, and troubleshoot large-scale distributed systems.
  • Debug and optimize code; automate routine tasks to improve efficiency.
  • Support secure configurations, vulnerability remediation, and incident response.
  • Collaborate on software release cycles, including planning, testing, and monitoring.
  • Ensure smooth operations during critical live events (e.g., Super Bowl, Olympics).
  • Develop automation tools and scripts to streamline processes.
  • Partner with engineering teams to identify and implement process improvements.
  • Follow and promote adherence to operational procedures and best practices.

What We’re Looking For

  • 2+ years of software development experience.
  • Strong coding and debugging skills in Python, Go, Ruby on Rails, C / C++, or Java.
  • Experience developing and debugging server-side applications or web services.
  • Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS preferred) and services like VPC, EC2, S3, IAM.
  • Knowledge of SDLC tools (Git, Jenkins) and basic Linux administration.
  • Understanding of database structures and SQL.
  • Exposure to infrastructure-as-code principles.
  • Basic data analytics skills (e.g., pivot tables).
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • Nice to Have

  • Experience supporting large-scale live events.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices.
  • Strong communication skills for client interactions.
  • Detail-oriented and comfortable working in a global team.
  • 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.
  • Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead.
  • 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 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.

    Skills :

    Planning; Software Applications; Design

    Salary :

    Primary Location Pay Range : $107,448.06 - $161,172.09

    Additional Range : This job can be performed in Denver Campus with a Pay Range of $107,448.06 - $168,846.96

    Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

    The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

    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 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 compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.

    Education

    Bachelor's Degree

    While 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 Experience

    5-7 Years

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