Software Engineer - Entertainment Metadata Platform
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
Comcast is a Fortune 30 global media and technology company that is seeking a Software Engineer for their Entertainment Metadata Platform team. The role involves planning, designing, implementing, testing, and debugging software and web applications while ensuring scalability and reliability of backend services that deliver entertainment metadata to millions of customers.
Evaluates and plans software designs, test results and technical manuals.
Reviews literature, patents and current practices relevant to the solution of assigned projects.
Programs new software, web applications and supports new applications under development and the customization of current applications.
Edits and reviews technical requirements documentation.
Works with Quality Assurance team to determine if applications fit specification and technical requirements.
Displays knowledge of engineering methodologies, concepts, skills and their application in the area of specified engineering specialty.
Displays knowledge of and ability to apply, process design and redesign skills.
Displays in-depth knowledge of and ability to apply, project management skills.
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.
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of Object-Oriented design and patterns
1-2 years of experience and proficiency with Java
Good communication skills: verbal, written, and listening
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred
UNIX, Linux, or Mac background
Understanding of or desire to learn JVM performance tuning
Knowledge of SQL and/or NoSQL databases (e.g. MongoDB)
Experience with HTTP/REST and writing web services
Experience with systems monitoring (e.g. Grafana, Splunk Dashboard/Alerting)
Familiarity with a scripting language
Experience with data modeling in the entertainment domain
Familiarity with current trends and technologies around the social web
Benefits
Medical & Dental
401(k) Savings Plan
Generous paid time off
Life Milestones - from adoption assistance, childcare resources, pet insurance, and more, Comcast supports you at all life stages.
Courtesy Services - We offer all full-time employees in serviceable areas free digital TV and internet.
Discount tickets for Universal Resorts, including theme park tickets and onsite hotel rooms.
Comcast is a media and technology company that connects millions of people to the moments and experiences that matter most. It is a sub-organization of SkyShowtime.
