Software Engineer, Trusted Computing Products (Java)

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 Comcast Trusted Computing platform secures a variety of video content, includingX1, the best Cable TV experience on the market, as well as emergent products such as Xumo. The platform is used by a wide variety of Global partners, including Comcast, Sky, Cox, Rogers, and Foxtel. The Trusted Computing Products team is responsible for all aspects of the architecture, design, development, and operations of the identity provisioning and authentication, content encryption, and DRM license services that back the secure video delivery on these platforms. Our deliverables include client-side and embedded systems work that enables best-in-class video experiences across a diverse set of platforms.
Trusted Computing Products and X1 fall within Comcast’s Technology, Product, and Experience (TPX) organization. We are a diverse team with a laid-back work environment, casual attire, flexible work hours, and great benefits.
A Software Engineer on the Trusted Computing Products team is a talented and self-motivated individual with a strong technical background, demonstrated mastery of computer science fundamentals, and a history of successful contributions in a fast-paced and large-scale environment. Depending on the Engineer’s experience and interests, a project portfolio could include direct responsibility for architecture, development, and maintenance of client-side components. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to multiple platforms in a world class system and practice security systems engineering.

Job Description

• Work with internal customers and Trusted Computing Products team members to provide content security solutions.
• Implement and test content security solutions under the direction of technical leaders.
• Observe industry software development best practices: coding style/conventions, code reviews, static analysis, unit/integration tests, version control, etc.
• Actively participate in design/code reviews providing feedback to ensure functionality, coding standards, accuracy, and testability targets are met.
• Participate in Agile process ceremonies providing input for task definition, work estimates, planning, grooming, and retrospectives.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to less experienced content protection engineers.
• Provide ongoing support and maintenance of deployed products.
• Participate in troubleshooting/debug investigations and resolution efforts when necessary.
• Pursue an active learning approach to content security, staying up to date on industry knowledge, trends, best practices, and disseminates information to team members.

• A minimum of two years of experience as an active contributor during all phases of the agile software development lifecycle with the ability to demonstrate specific and detailed individual contributions in the areas of architecture/design, development, testing, release, and maintenance.
• A thorough understanding of common data structures and their usage within software applications. Experience and proficiency with common programming algorithms and their relative tradeoffs.
• Proficiency with object-oriented development, data modeling, and common software design patterns.
• Experience defining and employing document structures and data serialization techniques through one or more common formats (e.g., JSON, XML, or ASN1).
• Knowledge of the HTTP specification and the RESTful style, including protocol basics, standard headers, content negotiation, and common techniques for securing HTTP-based applications.
• A sense of proud ownership and an ongoing desire to proactively enhance products and processes.
• Strong English communications skills, with the ability to describe advanced technical concepts clearly, concisely, and accurately to diverse audiences in speech and in writing.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience developing embedded software in a Linux/Unix environment, including basic system configuration, scripting, networking, and debugging.
• Experience with large scale open source-based software architectures and development practices.
• Experience working with standards-based cryptography and trust primitives (e.g., AES, RSA, Elliptic Curve, X.509 Certificates) utilizing standard cryptographic libraries e.g., OpenSSL.
• Experience with IP video streaming protocols such as HLS or DASH and associated DRM content protection systems such as Widevine, PlayReady, or FairPlay DRM systems.
• Experience developing applications for TVs, Set Top Boxes, Streaming devices, Android devices, iOS devices, and web applications.
• Experience authoring and refining technical specifications.
• Experience with development in languages such as Java, Kotlin, Swift, Objective C, and Javascript.

This position is ineligible for visa sponsorship.  To be considered for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future.

Skills

Agile Software Development Lifecycle, Communication, Java, Technical Requirements

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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)

Relative Work Experience

2-5 Years

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