Software Engineering Director – vCMTS

Other Jobs To Apply

No other job posts for this day.

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.)<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Summary</b></p>Leads software development for the vCMTS platform, driving delivery of high-performance, cloud-native broadband solutions. Responsible for defining and executing software strategy aligned with organizational goals, while ensuring scalable, reliable, and high-quality system delivery.<br><br>This role combines organizational leadership with direct technical engagement, contributing to architecture, design, and resolution of complex system issues. Operates with independent judgment in matters of significant technical and business impact and partners cross-functionally to deliver end-to-end solutions.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Description</b></p><p>The Technology + Product organization works at the intersection of media and technology and our innovative teams are continually developing and delivering products and next-generation technologies that transform the customer experience.</p><p></p><p>The Comcast Network and CONNECTivity (CONNECT) organization is a highly agile, fastpaced, dedicated group at the forefront of change focused on innovating, building, and operating the best in class, most reliable access network for our customers.</p><p></p><h2><b><span>Core Responsibilities</span></b></h2><h3><b><span>Software Strategy & Delivery</span></b></h3><ul><li>Define and execute vCMTS software strategy aligned with business and access network roadmap</li><li>Own end-to-end delivery of software releases, including planning, execution, and lifecycle management</li><li>Establish and track KPIs for delivery, system performance, and reliability</li><li>Ensure scalability, quality, and operational readiness of production systems</li></ul><p></p><h3><b><span>Technical Leadership (Hands-On)</span></b></h3><ul><li>Actively contribute to system architecture, design decisions, and performance optimization</li><li>Lead root cause analysis and resolution of complex production issues across distributed systems</li><li>Conduct design and code reviews for critical components (e.g., scheduler, control plane, data plane integration)</li><li>Guide engineering teams on best practices in distributed systems, networking, and cloud-native development</li><li>Actively contribute to vCMTS architecture, including:<ul><li>Cloud-native microservices and Kubernetes-based control plane</li><li>High-performance data plane integration</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>Drive adoption of new technologies including AI/ML to improve development efficiency, automation, and observability</li></ul><p></p><h3><b><span>Team & Execution Leadership</span></b></h3><ul><li>Proven experience leading engineering teams and delivering complex, large-scale systems</li><li>Lead, develop, and scale high-performing engineering teams</li><li>Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on technical involvement</li><li>Establish and enforce coding standards, development frameworks, and engineering best practices</li><li>Manage execution across multiple programs with clear prioritization and risk management</li><li>Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement</li></ul><p></p><h3><b><span>Financial & Operational Ownership</span></b></h3><ul><li>Manage engineering budgets, resource planning, and investment prioritization</li><li>Report on project progress, delivery metrics, and system performance to stakeholders</li><li>Ensure ongoing support, stability, and lifecycle management of deployed platforms</li></ul><p></p><h2><b><span>Qualifications</span></b></h2><h3><b><span>Technical Expertise</span></b></h3><ul><li>10+ years of software engineering experience, with strong systems and networking expertise and a track record of leading high-performing R&D teams</li><li>Experience with distributed systems, Linux, and cloud-native platforms (e.g., Kubernetes)</li><li>Proficiency in Python, C/C++, or Go</li><li>Knowledge of DOCSIS/PON or broadband access technologies preferred</li></ul><p></p><h3><b><span>Preferred Qualifications</span></b></h3><ul><li>Experience with vCMTS or CMTS platforms</li><li>Familiarity with high-performance networking (e.g., DPDK, SR-IOV)</li><li>Experience applying AI/ML techniques to network optimization, telemetry analytics, or large-scale distributed systems</li></ul><p></p><h2><b>About Our Perks & Benefits:</b></h2><p>We are determined to create an environment where our employees feel valued, understand our business goals, and are motivated.</p><p></p><p><b>Here's a look at just some of the perks and benefits we make available to our US-based employees:</b></p><ul><li>Medical & Dental</li><li>401(k) Savings Plan</li><li>Generous paid time off</li><li>Life Milestones - from adoption assistance, childcare resources, pet insurance, and more, Comcast supports you at all life stages.</li><li>Courtesy Services - We offer all of our full-time employees in serviceable areas free digital TV and internet.</li><li>Discount tickets for Universal Resorts, including theme park tickets and onsite hotel rooms.</li></ul><p></p><h2><b>Learn more at </b><a href="https://jobs.comcast.com/benefits" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">jobs.comcast.com/benefits</span></b></a></h2><p></p><h2><b>Reasonable Accommodation</b></h2><p>We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.</p><p></p><h2>Disclaimer:</h2><ul><li>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.</li></ul><p></p><p>Job Profile: Director 1, Software Development & Engineering</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Skills</b></p>Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">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.</p><p style="text-align:left"><br>Please visit the <a href="https://jobs.comcast.com/benefits" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">benefits summary</a> on our careers site for more details.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Education</b></p>Bachelor's Degree<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>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.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Certifications</b> (if applicable)</p><p></p><p><b>Relevant Work Experience</b></p>10 Years +<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Comcast is 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.

Back to blog

Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...