Senior Embedded Software Engineer

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 Comcast is looking for a Senior Firmware Engineer (Engineer
4) to develop and maintain software for next-generation technician test and measurement devices. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting firmware that directly interfaces with hardware and enables reliable operation of connected field devices.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience developing production firmware in C/C++, building and customizing embedded Linux distributions using Yocto, and troubleshooting complex hardware/software interactions. You'll work closely with hardware, cloud, mobile, quality engineering, and product teams to deliver scalable, reliable solutions that support Comcast's field operations and customer experience.

This position requires strong embedded systems expertise, a hands-on approach to development and debugging, and the ability to drive technical solutions from concept through deployment and long-term support.

Job Description This role is based in our downtown Philadelphia Comcast Technology Center. Alternatively, we will consider applicants in the Englewood, CO area. It is not approved for remote or virtual employment.

Responsibilities:

Firmware development for XM4, Blackbird, and Big Buddy initiatives

Participates in Firmware Guild to promote best practices and team cohesion

Collaborates with PES, mobile, QA, and cloud teams for integration

Mentors teammates including junior engineers and supports onboarding of new engineers

Drives CI/CD pipeline improvements and firmware standardization

Collaborating with engineering, product, and user experience teams to refine and estimate deliverables

Designing and implementing new APIs, backend services, front-end components, and automation tasks with team guidance

Ensuring the creation of scalable, highly available applications suitable for cloud hosting, including robust security features

Developing tools for rapid incident mitigation and creating reusable web components for team leverage

Architecting self-contained microservices or APIs to support business thought, using content management systems and global design patterns

Partnering with cross-functional teams to define product and technical requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals

Driving best practices in code health, testing, maintainability, and mentoring junior developers for continuous improvement

Analyzing system performance, incorporating feedback to troubleshoot issues, and delivering high-quality software solutions

Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

This position is ineligible for visa sponsorship.  To be considered for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
7+ years of experience developing embedded software and firmware for hardware-based products, devices, or systems.

Strong proficiency in C (addl proficiency in C++ preferred) with experience developing and debugging production firmware.

Hands-on experience designing, developing, and maintaining embedded Linux systems.

Experience using the Yocto Project to create, customize, and maintain embedded Linux distributions.

Experience working with RDK, broadband gateways, video platforms, connected devices, or…