Lead Software Engineer - Kubernetes Platform Management - Freewheel

Comcast; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 167,000 - 251,000; Full time

Job summary

FreeWheel, a Comcast company, seeks a senior software engineering leader to guide the development of scalable web applications, integrate new systems, and ensure performance, security, and reliability across platforms.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive platform initiatives using Go and Python, Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD, and GitOps on cloud environments such as AWS or OCI. This role requires hands-on leadership and strong design judgment.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in software or platform engineering.
• Strong Go and Python programming background.
• Deep Kubernetes knowledge and production operations.
• Experience with AWS or OCI cloud services.
• Terraform and infrastructure as code experience.
• CI/CD, GitOps, and deployment automation.
• Ability to lead initiatives across multiple teams.
• Strong system design and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of scalable software and web applications.
• Integrate new systems with existing infrastructure, focusing on scalability and security.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical training to the team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Lead peer programming, design sprints, or prototyping sessions.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for development activities.
• Monitor performance metrics and drive improvements based on data.
• Provide expert technical guidance to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support QA to ensure rigorous testing and technical requirements.
• Exhibit independent judgment and adapt to project needs.

Skills

Go

Python

Kubernetes

Terraform

CI/CD

GitOps

Cloud Computing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

AWS

OCI

Job description

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

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

• 7-10 years of experience in Software Engineering, Platform Engineering related fields.
• Strong software engineering background with experience in Go, Python.
• Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture and production operations.
• Experience designing and operating large-scale cloud-native platforms.
• Hands-on experience with AWS or OCI cloud services.
• Experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD, GitOps, and deployment automation.
• Experience driving technical initiatives across multiple engineering teams.
• Strong system design, troubleshooting, and architectural decision-making skills.

Preferred

• Experience managing enterprise Kubernetes platforms serving multiple engineering organizations.
• Experience building Platform-as-a-Product initiatives.
• Experience with OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, Splunk, or similar observability solutions.
• Experience with multi-cluster Kubernetes environments.
• Experience leading platform standardization and migration initiatives.Previous experience mentoring engineers or serving as technical lead.

Responsibilities

• Leading the development and implementation of innovative software and web applications, ensuring they align with business objectives and user requirements
• Integrating new systems seamlessly with existing infrastructure, focusing on scalability, security, and continuous performance improvement
• Mentoring team members and providing technical training, fostering a collaborative environment for knowledge sharing and professional growth
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful application integration, advocating for best practices in software development
• Participating in or leading peer programming sessions, design sprints, or prototyping sessions
• Driving the creation, maintenance, and accessibility of comprehensive documentation for all development activities
• Monitoring application performance metrics rigorously, utilizing data to guide enhancements and ensure delivery aligns with project goals
• Providing expert technical advice and support to internal stakeholders and external partners, effectively communicating complex concepts
• Collaborating with the Quality Assurance team to confirm applications meet rigorous testing standards and fulfil technical requirements
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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

CI/CD; Kubernetes; Terraform (Software); GitOps; Cloud Computing; Python (Programming Language); Go Programming Language

Salary

Virginia Pay Range: $167,383.91 - $251,075.87

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.

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

10 Years +