Principal Engineer @ NBCUniversal
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Company Description
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content across film, television, streaming, theme parks, and consumer experiences. As a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation, we value community impact and inclusive growth.
Job Description
As our Principal Engineer, you will join the Content Delivery Engineering team reporting to the Global Video Engineering organization at NBCUniversal. Based in New York City, USA, your focus is on ensuring current and future OTT products and features deliver industry-leading performance for our international subscriber base.
Responsibilities
- Research and drive technical debates with key architectural and operational teams.
- Author designs for content delivery services and execute them hands-on.
- Conduct rigorous technical reviews of systems and challenge the status quo.
- Lead technical RFI, RFP, RFQ processes with proof-of-concept designs.
- Maintain an international outlook and represent NBCUniversal at industry forums.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Engineering leadership experience of at least 3 years; 10+ years as an individual contributor.
- Track record in global product delivery and streaming via content delivery networks.
- Strong communication skills in English.
- Willingness to travel within the USA and Europe.
- Solid knowledge of internet technologies such as TCP/IP, TLS, HTTP/*, DNS & BGP.
- Experience with SRE for safe, high-reliability operations.
Work Arrangement & Benefits
This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of three days per week in New York City. The position includes company-sponsored benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and other perks.
Salary
Salary range: $180,000 - $230,000, bonus and long-term incentive eligible.
Additional Information
Candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview. NBCUniversal is committed to equal employment opportunities and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
Key skills/competency
Principal Engineer, Content Delivery, OTT, Streaming, Global, SRE, TCP/IP, Technical Design, RFI/RFP, Hybrid
How to Get Hired at NBCUniversal
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research NBCUniversal's culture: Study their mission and media impact.
- Tailor your resume: Emphasize streaming and delivery expertise.
- Highlight technical leadership: Showcase global project successes.
- Prepare case studies: Demonstrate SRE and design experience.