Sr. Software Engineer - 2 Days Onsite - Reston, VA - FreeWheel

Comcast (CC) of Willow Grove; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

FreeWheel, a Comcast company, seeks a Sr. Software Engineer to develop software for the Ad Serving team powering DSP advertising at scale. You will design, mentor, and deliver high-quality code across Linux environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize bidding and auction processes.

The role emphasizes strong English communication, data-driven debugging, and a readiness to work nights or weekends as needed, with opportunities to influence core ad tech platforms.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience with compiled languages (C++ preferred), databases, and network programming.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools such as Git.
• Go Lang experience is a plus
• Ad Tech experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership in designing, developing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and owning servers and cloud-based systems.
• Write, maintain, and deploy cloud-based software and distributed computational systems using the Linux operating system.
• Develop software and software architecture using C++.
• Plan and execute the development, testing, and deployment of new software features and improvements to cloud-based software infrastructure; work with scalable design patterns.
• Use data warehouses including Snowflake, and distributed databases, including Aerospike.

Skills

C++

Go Lang

Networking

Git

OOP

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Snowflake

Aerospike

Linux

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

The Sr. Software Engineer is responsible for developing software solutions for the Ad Serving team at FreeWheel. The Ad Serving system is the backbone of FreeWheel's demand side platform (DSP) advertising business. It listens to billions of ad auctions per day, decides which of our hundreds of customers should participate, and executes complex bidding strategies to provide optimal results -- in milliseconds.

Responsibilities

• Design, own, and deliver high-quality software
• Function effectively as a member of a team
• Mentor junior engineers
• Interact with management and other members of the development group
• Continually seek to improve themselves and the company

Essential Functions

• Be effective members of their team, department and company
• Demonstrate good analytical abilities, attention to detail, and strong verbal / written communication skills in English
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously when asked
• Work with a range of technologies, programming languages, and applications
• Write quality software within reasonable timeframes based on the designs and specifications provided

Preferred Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 4+ years of professional experience with compiled languages (C++ preferred), databases, and network programming.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming concepts
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools such as Git
• Ability to adapt quickly to an existing, complex environment
• Excellent debugging and troubleshooting abilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Go Lang experience is a plus
• Ad Tech experience is a plus

Core Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership in designing, developing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and owning servers and cloud-based systems
• Write, maintain, and deploy cloud-based software and distributed computational systems using the Linux operating system
• Develop software and software architecture using C++
• Plan and execute the development, testing, and deployment of new software features and improvements to cloud-based software infrastructure; work with scalable design patterns
• Use data warehouses including Snowflake, and distributed databases, including Aerospike
• Analyze and optimize algorithm performance; 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
• Review code
• Disseminate software best practices
• 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) and overtime 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.

Skills

Collaboration, Communication, Software Engineering

Compensation

Virginia Pay Range: $141,850.78 - $212,776.16 Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. 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.

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.

Certifications (if applicable)

Relevant Work Experience

7-10 Years

Equal Opportunity Statement

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. At Comcast , you have the power to connect the world. Your career options are endless as you grow in your career. Explore your future with access to a variety of teams, locations, and resources in an expanding network.