Director, Software Engineering

@ NBCUniversal

Company Description

VERSANT, a planned spin-off from Comcast Corporation and NBCUniversal, is set to become a leading independent publicly traded media company. The company will include top cable networks and digital assets like USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, Golf Channel, Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine.

At VERSANT Media’s Sports & Entertainment Digital Products division, our mission is to innovate, create unforgettable experiences, and connect with fans through technology. We empower millions in sports and entertainment worldwide.

Business Overview

Within the Fandango group, our platforms serve over 50 million movie and TV fans. Through trusted brands like Fandango, Fandango at Home, and Rotten Tomatoes, we shape how audiences discover and enjoy entertainment.

About the Role

Fandango is seeking a visionary Director, Software Engineering to shape the next chapter of our technology platform. In this role, you will lead strategy and execution of cutting-edge, API-first solutions and drive innovation across internal and external integrations.

What You'll Do

• Drive innovation across iconic brands including Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes.
• Own mission-critical API integrations with studios, global partners, and SaaS providers.
• Architect scalable, cloud-based systems with a focus on modern technologies.
• Shape product roadmaps in collaboration with business and product teams.
• Bridge business and technology with strategic, technical solutions.
• Create market-ready, API and AI-driven SaaS products.
• Advance intelligence capabilities using AI and machine learning.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire multiple engineering teams.
• Champion security and compliance in all product deliveries.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of professional software engineering experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles. You must have a strong background in API-first development, modern cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and proficiency in languages such as Python, C#, Java, or Typescript. Experience in managing diverse teams, driving change management, and building SaaS products is essential.

Bonus Points For

• Experience with large-scale consumer-facing entertainment platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of microservices, event-driven architectures, and cloud-native scaling.
• A mindset geared towards rapid testing and continuous improvement.

Additional Information

This role is fully remote with occasional travel requirements. Note that as part of our selection process, external candidates may have an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee. NBCUniversal is committed to providing equal employment opportunities.

Key skills/competency

• Software Engineering
• Leadership
• API-first
• Cloud
• SaaS
• Integration
• Scalability
• AI/ML
• Security
• Compliance