Comcast
media and technology
SoftwareEngineeringManager,MetadataPlatform
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“Software Engineering Manager, Metadata Platform at Comcast. Skills: Java, Spring Framework, Kubernetes, Leadership. Lead software and operations engineers. Provide day-to-day guidance”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensuring high-quality engineering delivery; Ensuring operational reliability; Ensuring continuous improvement; Ensuring changes scale effectively; Ensuring platform is scalable; Ensuring platform is reliable; Supporting diverse client needs; Driving the technical direction; Driving development practices; Driving operational excellence; Drive results and growth
Industry & Context.
critical-thinking and problem-solving skills; comfort making decisions in ambiguous or complex situations
ineligible for visa sponsorship, legally authorized to work in the United States, not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Java, Spring Framework, Java 21, distributed systems, on-premise environments, cloud environments, Kubernetes, containerization, DevOps concepts, code reviews, mentoring engineers, relational databases, NoSQL databases, API design principles, cross-functional groups, critical-thinking, problem-solving skills, managing multiple priorities
Nice to Have
leading software engineering teams, performance management, professional development, metadata-driven platforms, content-driven platforms, video-on-demand ingestion workflows, live event metadata, Python, AI-assisted development tools, platforms serving multiple clients
What You'll Do.
Lead software and operations engineers
Provide day-to-day guidance
Provide architectural and technical direction
Manage project delivery
Oversee software release processes
Partner with cross-functional groups
Ensure team stays current
Evaluate database and storage solutions
Support operations for metadata ingestion
Make informed decisions
Exercise independent judgment
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate effectively across cross-functional groups; Partner with cross-functional groups to define product requirements; Drive alignment across stakeholders; Win as a team
Process & Methodology
Manage project delivery, Ensure work meets scope, quality, timeline, budget
Full 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. (In most cases, Comcast prefers to have employees on-site collaborating unless the team has been designated as virtual due to the nature of their work. If a position is listed with both office locations and virtual offerings, Comcast may be willing to consider candidates who live greater than 100 miles from the office for the remote option.) **Job Summary** The Software Engineering Manager leads a team that builds and supports critical metadata services powering Entertainment based Customer experiences. This includes Video‑on‑Demand ingestion, Multiview, Single Live Event orchestration, and other high‑visibility content workflows. The role oversees the full software development lifecycle, ensuring high‑quality engineering delivery, operational reliability, and continuous improvement. The manager provides technical leadership, guides architectural decisions, conducts code reviews, and supports team development, with a strong focus on ensuring that changes scale effectively across downstream systems and client integrations in a distributed environment. **Job Description** This role manages the[ Philadelphia-based](https://comcastcentercampus.com/) engineering team responsible for metadata systems that orchestrate how content is ingested, processed, and delivered across a large portfolio of entertainment experiences. The team works closely with streaming provide
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