Manager, CDN Automation Development

Comcast; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

401(k) Savings Plan

Generous paid time off

Life milestones – adoption assistance,

childcare resources, pet insurance, or

Courtesy services – free digital TV &

Discount tickets for Universal Resorts

Job summary

Comcast’s NOMAD team within the CONNECTivity organization seeks a technology leader to serve as Manager, CDN Automation Development. You will lead a team that builds and operates automation to manage Comcast’s nationwide Content Delivery Network, delivering a premium experience from edge locations.

The ideal candidate combines deep technical leadership with strong execution: architect scalable CDN automation, implement CI/CD and IaC, mentor engineers across time zones, and communicate clearly

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive software engineering experience, including 3+ years as an engineering lead or engineering manager.
• Advanced proficiency in Infrastructure‑as‑Code, including Concourse CI/CD, Ansible (Jinja2 templates, roles, custom modules), and Git.
• Deep experience with Linux systems administration within large‑scale distributed environments.
• Strong proficiency in one or more scripting/programming languages (Python, Go, Bash, or similar).
• Understanding of DNS, HTTP/S, TLS, TCP/IP.
• Experience designing and supporting high‑traffic platforms at global scale.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, drive change, and manage cross‑functional initiatives.
• Ability to manage a distributed team across multiple time zones.
• Excellent communication, executive presence, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop engineers at all levels.
• Build a high‑performing, inclusive engineering culture grounded in unrelenting curiosity and perpetual pursuit of excellence.
• Champion engineering excellence, innovation, and modernization initiatives.
• Ensure predictable, high‑quality delivery of CDN infrastructure automation from concept through launch and ongoing optimization.
• Implement and optimize modern SDLC practices, including CI/CD, automated testing, incident management, and engineering metrics.
• Oversee the planning, estimation, resourcing, and sequencing of complex cross‑functional engineering initiatives.
• Set architectural direction and make key technical decisions.
• Ensure solutions meet enterprise standards for scalability, security, reliability, and maintainability.
• Reduce operational risk through disciplined incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as the engineering executive point of contact for senior leadership, business partners, compliance, and operations.
• Translate complex technical concepts and trade‑offs into clear, actionable insights for non‑technical audiences.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Software engineering

Infrastructure-as-Code

Concourse CI/CD

Ansible

Git

Python

Go

Bash

Linux administration

DNS/HTTP/S/TLS

TCP/IP

Kubernetes

Observability concepts

Education

Advanced degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Concourse CI/CD

Ansible

Git

Kubernetes

Job description

Make your mark at Comcast -- a Fortune 30 global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. Become part of our award‑winning technology team that turns big ideas into cutting‑edge products, platforms, and solutions that our customers love. We create space to innovate, and we recognize, reward, and invest in your ideas, while ensuring you can proudly bring your authentic self to the workplace. Join us. You’ll do the best work of your career right here at Comcast.

Job Summary

This role manages a team of engineers, cultivating a culture of innovation and professional development. It oversees the design and update of software and web applications, ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborating cross‑functionally, it sets project requirements and timelines, manages the release process, and monitors adherence to standards and budgets. The role also tracks industry trends and develops proposals for technological enhancements, driving continuous improvement and team expertise.

Job Description

Comcast’s Technology + Product (T+P) organization works at the intersection of media and technology. Our innovative teams are continually developing and delivering products that transform the customer experience.

About the Role

The Network Orchestration, Monitoring, Alerting and Diagnostics (NOMAD) team within Comcast’s CONNECTivity organization seeks a technology leader to serve as Manager, CDN Automation Development within the CDN infrastructure engineering vertical. In this role, you will lead a team that builds and operates automation to manage Comcast’s nationwide Content Delivery Network. Comcast’s CDN, including services for syndication partners, carries more than 50Tbp of video and other traffic at peak and serves subscribers from the closest possible edge locations to deliver a premium entertainment experience. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strong engineering leadership, clear communication, and consistent execution.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop engineers at all levels
• Build a high‑performing, inclusive engineering culture grounded in unrelenting curiosity and perpetual pursuit of excellence
• Champion engineering excellence, innovation, and modernization initiatives

Engineering Delivery & Execution

• Ensure predictable, high‑quality delivery of CDN infrastructure automation from concept through launch and ongoing optimization
• Implement and optimize modern SDLC practices, including CI/CD, automated testing, incident management, and engineering metrics
• Oversee the planning, estimation, resourcing, and sequencing of complex cross‑functional engineering initiatives

Technical Oversight & Governance

• Set architectural direction and make key technical decisions
• Ensure solutions meet enterprise standards for scalability, security, reliability, and maintainability
• Reduce operational risk through disciplined incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Serve as the engineering executive point of contact for senior leadership, business partners, compliance, and operations
• Translate complex technical concepts and trade‑offs into clear, actionable insights for non‑technical audiences

Skills & Experience We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of progressive software engineering experience, including 3+ years as an engineering lead or engineering manager
• Advanced proficiency in Infrastructure‑as‑Code, including Concourse CI/CD, Ansible (Jinja2 templates, roles, custom modules), and Git
• Deep experience with Linux systems administration within large‑scale distributed environments
• Strong proficiency in one or more scripting/programming languages (Python, Go, Bash, or similar)
• Understanding of DNS, HTTP/S, TLS, TCP/IP
• Experience designing and supporting high‑traffic platforms at global scale
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, drive change, and manage cross‑functional initiatives
• Ability to manage a distributed team across multiple time zones
• Excellent communication, executive presence, and stakeholder management skills

Additional “Nice to Have” Skills

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Hands‑on experience operating or automating large‑scale CDN, caching, or reverse proxy environments
• Direct experience with Apache Traffic Control and Apache Traffic Server
• Familiarity with BGP, Anycast, and advanced IP network routing concepts
• Experience with Kubernetes and containerized, immutable deployment models
• Knowledge of observability stacks (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, OpenTelemetry)

About Our Perks & Benefits

We are determined to create an environment where our employees feel valued, understand our business goals, and are motivated.

Here’s a look at some of the perks and benefits we make available to our US‑based employees:

• Medical & Dental
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Generous paid time off
• Life milestones – adoption assistance, childcare resources, pet insurance, and more
• Courtesy services – free digital TV and internet for full‑time employees in serviceable areas
• Discount tickets for Universal Resorts, including theme park tickets and onsite hotel rooms

Reasonable Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

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.