Sr. Software Engineer - C/C++

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

FreeWheel is looking for a passionate Sr. C/C++ Software Engineer to help design, build and support our high-quality, innovative video advertising platform. This position is virtually based.

FreeWheel helps the television industry to monetize their premium contents through a robust technology platform, which enables consumers to view high quality videos on any devices including PC, smart phone, OTT device, set-top box and traditional TV.

FreeWheel’s global engineering teams are building the one-stop solution for TV industry to manage its billion-dollar revenue. Our tech platform is capable of handling billions of daily requests, processing terabytes of raw daily data, and optimizing clients’ business.

Job Description

Responsibilities: 

Development: 

• Be a feature owner that is responsible for the complete lifecycle of software development in your owned feature including; designing, prototyping, implementation, testing, maintenance, and technical support. 
• Produce technical specifications and determine operational feasibility. 
• Write well designed, testable, efficient code. 
• Develop software verification plans and quality assurance procedures. 
• Integrate software components into a fully functional software system. 
• Document and maintain software functionality. 
• Tailor and deploy engineering tools, processes and metrics. 

Support: 

• Will be responsible for following the client support process & adhering to SLAs for support work 

• Works to proactively resolve technical issues by identifying and analyzing problems and identifying solutions to meet the customer and business needs 

Innovation and Cooperation:  

• Serve as the expert of online advertising industry and drive the industry with continuous technical innovation. 

• Partner with global engineering, product and operations teams to further incorporate collective innovations. 
• Mentors & trains junior level software engineers. 

Other Details: 

• 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. 

About You / Qualifications:  

• Extensive experience with C/C++, Database design and network programming. 
• Experience with large- scale system software design and development. 
• Must have experience working on Linux and AWS 
• Experience with distributed systems and mission-critical systems is a plus. 
• Familiarity with Open Real Time Bidding (RTB) protocol is a plus. 
• Demonstrated expertise in problem solving and technical innovation. 
• Strong passion for learning/practicing new techniques. 
• Knowledgeable about SDLC, Agile and Software Engineering Methodology. 
• Strong teamwork, good communication skills, and a willingness to take on challenging tasks. 
• Have strong ability and persistency on technical support. 
• Have ability to work close with global teams and accept additional working time besides normal working hours to have meeting or co-working with global teams. 
• Advertising industry experience is a plus. 
• Selected candidate will be required to work Eastern Standard Hours.  
• Advertising Technology highly preferred.  

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. 
• Respect and promote inclusion & diversity. 
• 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

C (Programming Language), C++ Programming Language, Database Design, Design, Linux Software Development, Network Programming, Object-Oriented Software Development

Compensation

National Pay Range: $96,706.14 USD-$226,655.01 USD

Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. 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.

The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

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

7-10 Years

Comcast is proud to be 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. Comcast will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law, including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.