Lead Software Engineer (Data)-7999

Comcast Advertising; Reston, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

FreeWheel is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (Data) to provide technical leadership for data processing software built on Apache Flink and streaming technologies. You will design ETL pipelines, store structured data in HBase, and contribute to ad-tech platforms including ad serving and targeting.

Applicants should have a strong background in Flink, Kafka, Spark, AWS EMR, and Airflow, with experience mentoring engineers and driving software releases in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience developing data processing software using Apache Flink and related tech.
• Experience designing ETL data pipelines with Flink, Spark, Kafka, AWS EMR, Azkaban and Airflow.
• Experience storing structured data (e.g., HBase) and building streaming data pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to a team developing data processing software using Flink and ETL pipelines.
• Design, implement, and optimize data pipelines and streaming apps with Kafka, Flink, and Spark.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, mentor junior engineers, and guide software releases.

Skills

Apache Flink

Apache Kafka

ETL pipelines

HBase

Spark

AWS EMR

Azkaban

Airflow

Linux CLI

Bash scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Airflow

Azkaban

Spark

AWS EMR

Linux CLI

Job description

## Lead Software Engineer (Data)-7999Apply: VA - Reston, 11951 Freedom Dr Ste 900: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 30, 2026 (18 days left to apply): R441332FreeWheel, 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****Job Description**DUTIES: Provide technical leadership to a team responsible for developing data processing software using Apache Flink; design extract transform-load (ETL) data pipelines based on company’s proprietary ETL development library, using Flink, Spark, Kafka, AWS EMR, Azkaban and Airflow; store structured data using Hbase; develop business-level online video advertising technologies, including ad serving platforms, ad decisioning systems, and audience targeting; develop streaming data pipelines using Apache Kafka; store data, running services, monitoring logs, and managing permissions using AWS services including S3, EC2, CloudWatch, and IAM; automate tasks in a Unix environment using Linux Command Line Interface (“CLI”) and Bash scripting; 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; work with the Quality Assurance team to determine if applications fit specification and technical requirements; and guide and mentor junior-level engineers. Position is eligible to work remotely one or more days per week, per company policy.REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, and seven (7) years of experience developing data processing software using Apache Flink; of which five (5) years of experience include designing extract transform-load (ETL) data pipelines using Flink, Spark, Kafka, AWS EMR, Azkaban and Airflow; storing structured data using Hbase; and developing business-level online video advertising technologies, including ad serving platforms, ad decisioning systems, and audience targeting; of which three (3) years include developing streaming data pipelines using Apache Kafka; storing data, running services, monitoring logs, and managing permissions using AWS services including S3, EC2, CloudWatch, and IAM; and automating tasks in a Unix environment using Linux Command Line Interface (“CLI”) and Bash scripting.SALARY: $175,427.00 to $200,000.00 per yearBENEFITS: https://jobs.comcast.com/life-at-comcast/benefits.**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.**Skills**Apache Flink, Apache Kafka, HBase**Compensation**Base Pay: $175,427.00Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience.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.The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.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.