EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, ENGINEERING- XUMO
Company: Comcast Corporation
Location: Newport Beach
Posted on: October 9, 2024
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Job Description:
Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We
drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and
online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a
variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career
opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We
are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks
to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and
services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share
in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries
and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want
you to fast-forward your career at Comcast. Job Summary The
Executive Director, Engineering Xumo will be responsible for
leading a team & leading engineering projects for Client, Server
Backend, Elixir & Data Engineering. Responsible for overseeing the
implementation of the enterprise-wide technical vision and
direction of the Engineering department. Implements business
standards, goals, strategies and objectives (within assigned areas)
that are competitive with industry standards and strives to arrive
at those goals. Reviews annual and quarterly budgets. Leads a team
of dynamic engineering staff and assures work performance is in
adherence to company and industry standards. Acts as a technical
resource to management across the department and lateral
departments. Leads integrated work teams and provides leadership in
cross-functional projects. Provides leadership and direction for
diverse and complex functions. Contributes to the development of
the organization's business strategy. Interprets business strategy
and develops organizational objectives to align with this strategy.
Typically manages multiple teams of professionals. Xumo, a joint
venture between Comcast and Charter, was formed to develop and
offer a next-generation streaming platform on a variety of branded
4K streaming devices and smart TVs. Powered by Comcast's global
technology platform, Xumo devices and services feature an
entertainment experience designed to make it easy for consumers to
find and enjoy their favorite streaming content through a
world-class user interface and voice search, and for partners to
meaningfully connect and engage with millions of consumers. Job
Description Additional Job Summary/Info: The Xumo Engineering
Executive Director will lead the Xumo Play business with key
projects & team management responsibility. The role will focus
overall tech development with a strong focus on collaboration with
engineering & non-engineering teams, process development, budgeting
& cost planning, people leadership & talent development. Key areas
include: OTT System Development OTT Device Integration (with EntOS,
AndroidTV, etc.)- client & backend server End to end architecture
design for integrated OTT/FAST/SVOD services Data Engineering
(including internal & external data) Ensure compliance & governance
for systems & processes Strategic Technology Development Core
Technology design including business analysis IP Acquisition
Engineering Process development & trend analysis (policies, audits,
etc.) Privacy/Security process development Team/People Management
Resource management based on future business direction Resources
analysis for demand, current availability & priorities for filling
between tech domains Team structure & talent development New
Business Development Tech development & partnership in new domains
Business opportunity exploration Position is office based in
Irvine, CA- 4 days/week & 1 day/week remote. Secondary office
location- Philadelphia, PA- 4 days/week in office & 1 day remote
and monthly travel to Irvine, CA required & additional quarterly
travel to Irvine, CA may be needed. Required
experience/Qualification: 15 years' engineering experience with
in-depth knowledge of OTT/Web/Mobile application, backend cloud
server system, video technology, data system for digital video
streaming services. Ability to translate technology acumen to a
nontechnical team. Strong business partner and stakeholder
background in OTT video streaming business Must have good people
skills, working in teams and as an individual contributor. Ability
to describe problems clearly & concisely in both written and oral
forms and communicate both orally and in writing in a clear,
professional, and pleasant manner. Ability to design
well-considered technical solutions for the critical business
problems Self-motivated with desire for continuous learning
Knowledge of the following technical landscape : Online Video
Streaming, Video Encoding/Decoding, Data Engineering, Data
Analytics and Statistics OTT Client Application Development, User
Account Management, Payment/Billing/Entitlement technologies
Technology standard (ISO, FCC, MPA, W3C, SCTE, Security/Privacy
Standards) Core Responsibilities Reviews and presents operating and
capital budgets including forecasts of operations, development,
testing and any specialized needs to senior management. Oversees
operations and ensures business strategies and objectives are being
met in a structured and concise manner. Delivers strategies and
objectives within the department and across the organization.
Evaluates overall work processes and standard procedures to ensure
performance is to company and industry standards. Continuously
develops staff through ongoing training programs, operational
procedures and policies and develops staff organizational and
technical skills etc. Sets the reporting standards and then works
with the Manager of Engineering to analyze reports for such issues
as schedule completions for testing, spend levels for NRE costs,
yearly license costs etc. Stays knowledgeable of competition and
important emerging technologies and standards. Consistent exercise
of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work
nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as
necessary. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Employees
at all levels are expected to: Understand our Operating Principles;
make them the guidelines for how you do your job. Own the customer
experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first,
give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make
them promoters of our products and services. Know your stuff - be
enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing
technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and
experiences. Win as a team - make big things happen by working
together and being open to new ideas. Be an active part of the Net
Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and
customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making
call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for
our customers. Drive results and growth. Respect and promote
inclusion & diversity. Do what's right for each other, our
customers, investors and our communities. 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. Comcast is proud to be 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. Comcast will consider for employment
qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent
with the requirements of applicable law, including the Los Angeles
Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco
Fair Chance Ordinance. Salary: Primary Location Pay Range:
$206,454.38 - $309,681.56 Comcast intends to offer the selected
candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related,
non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application
window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of
applicants requires it to close sooner or later. Additionally,
Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. 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.
Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers
site for more details. Education Master'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. Relevant
Work Experience 10 Years
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