Software Engineering Director - vCMTS
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Job description
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.
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., * Define and execute vCMTS software strategy aligned with business and access network roadmap
- Own end-to-end delivery of software releases, including planning, execution, and lifecycle management
- Establish and track KPIs for delivery, system performance, and reliability
- Ensure scalability, quality, and operational readiness of production systems, * Actively contribute to system architecture, design decisions, and performance optimization
- Lead root cause analysis and resolution of complex production issues across distributed systems
- Conduct design and code reviews for critical components (e.g., scheduler, control plane, data plane integration)
- Guide engineering teams on best practices in distributed systems, networking, and cloud-native development
- Actively contribute to vCMTS architecture, including:
- Cloud-native microservices and Kubernetes-based control plane
- High-performance data plane integration
- Drive adoption of new technologies including AI/ML to improve development efficiency, automation, and observability
Team & Execution Leadership
- Proven experience leading engineering teams and delivering complex, large-scale systems
- Lead, develop, and scale high-performing engineering teams
- Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on technical involvement
- Establish and enforce coding standards, development frameworks, and engineering best practices
- Manage execution across multiple programs with clear prioritization and risk management
- Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
Financial & Operational Ownership
- Manage engineering budgets, resource planning, and investment prioritization
- Report on project progress, delivery metrics, and system performance to stakeholders
- Ensure ongoing support, stability, and lifecycle management of deployed platforms
Requirements
- 10+ years of software engineering experience, with strong systems and networking expertise and a track record of leading high-performing R&D teams
- Experience with distributed systems, Linux, and cloud-native platforms (e.g., Kubernetes)
- Proficiency in Python, C/C++, or Go
- Knowledge of DOCSIS/PON or broadband access technologies preferred, * Experience with vCMTS or CMTS platforms
- Familiarity with high-performance networking (e.g., DPDK, SR-IOV)
- Experience applying AI/ML techniques to network optimization, telemetry analytics, or large-scale distributed systems, 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.
Benefits & conditions
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 of our full-time employees in serviceable areas free digital TV and internet.
- Discount tickets for Universal Resorts, including theme park tickets and onsite hotel rooms.