Jr Engineer, Video Technology-Xumo

Software Engineer

Xumo, a joint venture between Comcast and Charter Communications, was formed to develop and offer a next-generation streaming platform for the entire entertainment industry. The company consists of three primary lines of business:
Xumo devices, Xumo Play, and Xumo Enterprise. Powered by Comcast's global entertainment platform, Xumo devices feature a world-class user interface with universal voice search capabilities, making it easy for consumers to find and enjoy their favorite streaming content. Xumo Play is a free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) service offering hundreds of linear channels and on-demand options. Xumo Enterprise provides tools and services for content creators, distributors, and advertisers to make FAST content more accessible.

This job supports the development, implementation, and maintenance of software, automation, configurations, and technical solutions used to operate and improve video platforms and services. The role applies foundational software and engineering practices to support video technology across legacy and next-generation environments. Responsibilities include writing and maintaining code and scripts, developing automation, supporting system integrations, performing testing and validation, and troubleshooting technical issues with guidance from more experienced engineers.

The job also supports the day-to-day reliability of video platforms through monitoring, incident response, system analysis, deployments, and technical changes. This includes reviewing logs and system behavior, assisting with issue investigation and resolution, following established technical and operational procedures, and documenting work and findings. The role works closely with software, video, infrastructure, network, and operations teams to apply engineering practices while contributing to platform reliability, continuous improvement, and automation.

Highly Preferred Experience/Technical Qualifications

• Experience with programming and/or scripting languages such as Python, Typescript, or Java script
• Familiarity with Linux and command line interfaces (CLI)
• Familiarity with video streaming technologies, such as HLS and DASH and a basic understanding of adaptive bitrate streaming
• Exposure to cloud services and technologies such as AWS
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication, and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Position is office based in Irvine, CA- 4 days/week & 1 day/week remote

Responsibilities:

• Writing, testing, and maintaining code, scripts, automation, and technical tools that support video platforms and services
• Assisting with the development and implementation of enhancements to video technology platforms, workflows, and supporting systems
• Supporting the integration of video platforms with software applications, network systems, and other supporting technologies
• Performing functional, integration, system, and operational testing to validate software, configurations, and platform changes
• Reviewing system logs, monitoring information, and performance data to identify potential issues and assist with troubleshooting
• Supporting break-fix activities, configuration changes, software updates, and other technical changes in accordance with established procedures
• Participating in deployments and production changes by completing required pre-checks, implementation activities, testing, and post-change validation
• Working with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve technical issues across video, server, and operations
• Assisting with root cause analysis and documenting findings, recommending corrective actions, and lessons learned for technical issues and incidents
• Creating and maintaining technical documentation, including procedures, configurations, testing results, deployment steps, and troubleshooting information
• Identifying opportunities for automation, process improvement, and platform enhancements and supporting their implementation
• Supporting scheduled deployments, service incidents, and infrastructure changes as required
• Exercising independent judgment within established guidelines and procedures, with appropriate…