Director of Software Engineering, AdTech Platforms

Comcast

West Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 172,000 - 283,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

FreeWheel, a Comcast company, seeks a senior software leader to steer development strategies and drive architectural excellence across platforms. You will guide large teams, set coding standards, and own rollout programs to ensure scalable, reliable ad tech platforms used globally.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, budget oversight, and adopting new technologies to improve development practices and outcomes.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree is required; extensive related experience may be considered
10+ years of relevant work experience in software development
Experience leading multiple software development teams and driving strategy

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of software strategies to align with organizational goals
Define coding standards and frameworks across platforms
Direct a large team delivering innovative software and web applications
Manage rollout of software releases and updates with cross-functional teams
Collaborate with managers to meet deadlines, specs, and budgets while tracking performance
Report on project progress and manage large-scale budgets
Research and integrate new coding technologies to improve efficiency
Partner with other engineering teams to align with broader objectives
Demonstrate independent judgment in significant matters
Maintain regular attendance and accommodate nights/weekends as needed