Architect

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

Responsible for promoting use of industry and Company technology standards. Monitors emerging technologies/technology practices for potential use within the company. Designs and develops updated infrastructure in support of one or more business processes. Helps to ensure a balance between tactical and strategic technology solutions. Considers business problems "end-to-end": including people, process and technology, both within and outside the enterprise, as part of any design solution. Mentors, reviews codes and verifies that the object oriented design best practices and that coding and architectural guidelines are adhered to. Identifies and drives issues through closure.

 

Job Description

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.

 

About the Team:

The Global Platform Management team is responsible for technical product management and architecture for EntertainmentOS and Connected Living product suites. This includes supporting Sky Glass & Stream, Xumo Stream Box, and the X1 & Xfinity Stream entertainment experiences.

 

Core Responsibilities:

• Architects cost-effective systems for video processing, storage, and playback
• Works with engineering teams to identify and implement optimization opportunities
• Guides teams on platform migrations.

 

Additional Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-wide solutions that align with business goals and architectural standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, maintainable, and timely delivery of technology solutions.
• Define system and subsystem architecture, document requirements, and oversee the full project lifecycle.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and integrate innovative solutions to enhance system capabilities.
• Mentor team members and contribute to technical strategy, including intellectual property development.
• Communicate technology direction and architectural approaches to stakeholders.

 

Preferred Skills & Experience We’re Looking For:

• Experience with IP ABR video delivery, DASH & HLS, ISO-BMFF & CMAF
• Experience with AWS S3, IBM COS / Cleversafe, Pure Storage, or similar S3 based on-premise storage systems
• Strong background building large storage systems
• Ability to be a change agent for a team

 

Additional “Nice to Have” Skills:

• Video and audio codecs - H.264, H.265, H.266, AV1, AC-3, AC-4

 

About Our Perks & Benefits:

We are determined to create an environment where our employees feel valued, understand our business goals, and are motivated.

 

Here's a look at just some of the perks and benefits we make available to our US-based employees:

• 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.

 

Learn more at https://jobs.comcast.com/benefits

 

Reasonable Accommodation

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.

 

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.

 

Comcast is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer.

 

Job Profile: Architect 6, Software Architecture

 

 

Skills

Amazon S3, Building Architecture, Data Storage Systems, Video Processing

 

 

Compensation

This job can be performed in Denver Campus with a Pay Range of $166,096.33 - $249,144.50