Development Engineer 5 (RDKV development)

Comcast Advertising; Chennai District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Comcast India Engineering Centre in Chennai is seeking a Development Engineer 5 focused on RDKV development to lead software and web application work, with emphasis on scalable, secure, and high-performance systems.

You will mentor teams, collaborate with cross-functional groups, document critical processes, and drive performance metrics to ensure quality across deployments.

Qualifications

• 15–20 years of experience in embedded systems or video platform engineering.
• Strong hands-on expertise in: C/C++, Linux, multi-threading, IPC, memory management.
• GStreamer / media frameworks and video delivery technologies (DASH/HLS, DRM).
• Middleware architectures and distributed service design; performance profiling and system-level debugging.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of software and web applications with a focus on scalability and security.
• Mentor and train team members, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, create vital documentation, and lead development sessions.
• Monitor performance metrics and ensure applications meet quality standards.

Skills

C/C++

Linux

Multi-threading

IPC

Memory management

GStreamer

Video delivery

Performance profiling

System-level debugging

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Thunder framework

Playback pipeline

Device HALs

Plugins

Job description

## Development Engineer 5 (RDKV development)Apply: India - Chennai, Comcast India Engineering Cent: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): R438744Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast.**Job Summary**This job entails leading the development of software and web applications in line with business and user needs. It involves integrating new systems, emphasizing scalability and security, and improving performance. The role includes mentoring and technical training to build a collaborative team environment. Responsibilities also cover collaborating with cross-functional teams, creating vital documentation, and leading development sessions. The position requires monitoring performance metrics, offering technical expertise, and ensuring applications meet quality standards.**Job Description**### **Technical Expertise**### * ### 15–20 years of experience in embedded systems or video platform engineering with strong architectural experience.* ### Deep hands‐on expertise in:* ### C/C++, Linux, multi-threading, IPC, memory management* ### GStreamer / media frameworks* ### Video delivery technologies (DASH/HLS, DRM, ABR algorithms)* ### Middleware architectures and distributed service design* ### Performance profiling and system-level debugging* ### RDK‐V components: Thunder framework, playback pipeline, device HALs, plugins### **Leadership Skills*** ### Ability to drive technical decision-making at org-wide scale.* ### Strong communication skills with ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional teams.* ### Experience leading multi-vendor and multi-geography engineering groups.### Nice to Have* ### Contributions or leadership roles within the RDK Open Source community.* ### Experience with cloud-native technologies, microservices, or containerization.* ### Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, and device deployment ecosystems.* ### Familiarity with video standards (AV1, CMAF, LL-HLS/LL-DASH).### **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. **#CIECTN25**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 benefits summary on our careers site for more details.**Education**Bachelor'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.**Certifications** (if applicable)**Relevant Work Experience**10 Years +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.