Associate Software Engineer

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

NBCUniversal's Platform Development & Engineering Experience organization is seeking an Associate Software Engineer who is determined to forge the next frontier of engineering through creativity, teamwork, & talent.

Responsibilities 

• Write clean, concise, readable, state-of-the-art code that follows common design patterns while adhering to the best engineering practices
• Strive to constantly improve quality of engineering through code reviews, tech talks, pair programming & other collaborative practices 
• Understand business needs & design quality software solutions that work well with current architecture
• Work with others on pushing technical boundaries & contribute to new processes & technologies
• Ensure quality & confidence in software by writing effective automated unit tests

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• 1+ years of work experience in Software Engineering.  
• Ability to work in a team environment  
• Software programming experience with an appreciation for clean and efficient code.  
• Deep understanding of OO Design Principles and Patterns.  
• Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, and architecture patterns.  
• Experience designing and building front-end Single-Page Applications (SPAs) in one or more front-end frameworks (AngularJS, ReactJS).  
• Experience in developing, testing, and maintaining Python applications.  
• Experience with RESTful APIs and web services integration  
• Practical knowledge and experience with Relational Databases and Data Modeling.  
• Passionate about solving complex and mission-critical problems with leading-edge, innovative technologies through solid engineering practices.  
• Strong critical thinking skills, and the ability to think on your feet.  
• Familiar with the concepts of NoSQL (DynamoDB, Elasticsearch, and Redis) and Relational DBs (AWS RDS, MySQL, or PostgreSQL).  
• Theoretical knowledge of Serverless and Containerization would be a plus.  
• Must be an effective communicator and team player.  
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science.   

Desired Characteristics:

• Hands-on experience building web applications in a team setting.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Additional Requirements:

• Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $60,000 - $90,000

We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

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