Development Engineer 2 ( C++)

Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast.
Job Summary
This job entails writing and maintaining clean, efficient code for various software components while following development best practices. It supports the design and innovation of new applications that align with business goals. It involves implementing testing frameworks to validate software, documenting development processes for knowledge transfer, and analyzing integration needs. Responsibilities also include collaborating with Quality Assurance to meet technical standards, and troubleshooting to improve performance and user satisfaction.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications using C++ on Linux-based platforms.
• Develop and optimize multimedia applications leveraging GStreamer frameworks.
• Implement multithreaded applications with a focus on performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Work on RDK-based video and broadband solutions, including feature development and issue resolution.
• Analyze and troubleshoot customer and production issues through effective debugging techniques.
• Develop automation tools and scripts using Python and Shell scripting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to review requirements, design solutions, and deliver high-quality software.
• Participate in code reviews and maintain coding standards using Git, Gerrit, and SVN.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins.
• Support software releases and ensure smooth integration and deployment activities.

Functional & Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in C++ programming and OOP principles.
• Solid understanding of multithreading, concurrency, synchronization, and memory management.
• Hands-on experience with GStreamer and multimedia streaming technologies.
• Experience working on Linux-based embedded systems.
• Strong knowledge of Git, Gerrit, SVN, and software configuration management.
• Experience with Jenkins and CI/CD practices.
• Strong debugging, root cause analysis, and performance tuning skills.
• Knowledge of adaptive streaming technologies including DASH and HLS.
• Experience developing automation tools using Python and Shell scripting.
• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies.

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.
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
2-5 Years