Manager, Software Engineering - (Chicago, Hybrid) - FreeWheel

Comcast; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 137,369 - 206,054; Full time

Job summary

FreeWheel, a Comcast company, seeks a Software Engineering Manager to lead an Eng team in designing, building and supporting a high‑quality video advertising platform. Based in Chicago, you will guide the full software lifecycle and collaborate with global partners to deliver scalable solutions.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, system design, and cross‑functional collaboration. Prior experience with C/C++, distributed systems, and managing 5–8 engineers is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience with C/C++, DB design, and network programming.
• Experience with large system software design and development.
• Experience with distributed systems and mission‑critical systems.
• Experience with managing 5~8 Engineers.
• Golang is a plus.
• Agentic AI in SDLC is a plus.
• Advertising industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead an Eng team to complete software development lifecycle, including design, prototyping, implementation, testing, maintenance, and technical support.
• Produce technical specifications and determine operational feasibility.
• Review well‑designed, testable, efficient code and other documents.
• Collaborate with global teams to drive innovation and best practices.
• Mentor team members and contribute to architectural decisions.

Skills

C/C++

DB design

Network programming

Distributed systems

Engineering management

Golang

Agentic AI in SDLC

Advertising industry experience

Problem solving

SDLC / Agile

Education

Bachelor's Degree

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

FreeWheel is looking for passionate Software Engineer Managers to run an Eng team to design, build and support our high‑quality, innovative video advertising platform. FreeWheel helps the television industry to monetize their premium contents through a robust technology platform, which enables consumers to view high quality videos on any device including PC, smart phone, OTT device, set‑top box and traditional TV. FreeWheel’s New York Engineering Hub is a core part of our global engineering group that is building a one‑stop solution for TV industry to manage its billion‑dollar revenue. Our tech platform can handle billions of daily requests, processing terabytes of raw daily data, and optimizing clients’ business.

Core Responsibilities

• Manages an Engineering team and collaborates with project stakeholders to identify product and technical requirements. Conducts analysis to determine integration needs.
• Reviews the design of new software and web applications, supports applications under development and customizes current applications. Assists with the software update process for existing applications and roll‑outs of software releases.
• Participates in training representatives and operations staff on internally developed software applications.
• Researches, writes and edits documentation and technical requirements, including software designs, evaluation plans, test results, technical manuals and formal recommendations and reports.
• Monitors and evaluates competitive applications and products. Review literature, patents and current practices relevant to the solution of assigned projects.
• Provides technical leadership throughout the design process and guidance with regards to practices, procedures and techniques.
• Displays in‑depth knowledge of engineering methodologies, concepts, skills and their application in the area of specified engineering specialty.
• Displays in‑depth knowledge of and ability to apply, process design and redesign skills. Presents and defends architectural, design and technical choices to internal audiences.

Development

• Responsible to lead an Eng team to complete software development lifecycle, including designing, prototyping, implementation, testing, maintenance, and technical support.
• Produce technical specifications and determine operational feasibility.
• Review well‑designed, testable, efficient code and other documents.

Support

• Support overall business.
• Technically solve issues.

Innovation and Cooperation

• Partner with global engineering, product, and operations teams to further incorporate collective innovations.

About You

• Experience with C/C++, DB design, and network programming.
• Experience with large system software design and development.
• Experience with distributed systems and mission‑critical systems.
• Experience with managing 5~8 Engineers.
• Experience with Golang is a plus.
• Experience with Agentic AI in SDLC is a plus.
• Advertising industry experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated expertise in problem‑solving and technical innovation.
• Strong passion for learning/practicing new techniques.
• Knowledgeable about SDLC, Agile, and Software Engineering Methodology.
• Team working skills, good communication skills, Willingness to work under pressure.
• Have the ability and persistence in technical support.
• Ability to work closely with global teams and accept additional working time besides normal working hours to meet or co‑work with global teams.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or above.

Relevant Work Experience

5~8 years relevant work experience.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.

Salary and Benefits

Primary Location Pay Range: $137,369.30 – $206,053.95. 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 the 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 non‑sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best‑in‑class benefits to eligible employees, including options, expert guidance, and personalized tools to help support you physically, financially and emotionally. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.