Software Engineering Manager, Metadata Platform

Comcast•Philadelphia, PA

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

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 The Software Engineering Manager leads a team that builds and supports critical metadata services powering Entertainment based Customer experiences. This includes Video‑on‑Demand ingestion, Multiview, Single Live Event orchestration, and other high‑visibility content workflows. The role oversees the full software development lifecycle, ensuring high‑quality engineering delivery, operational reliability, and continuous improvement. The manager provides technical leadership, guides architectural decisions, conducts code reviews, and supports team development, with a strong focus on ensuring that changes scale effectively across downstream systems and client integrations in a distributed environment. Job Description This role manages the Philadelphia-based engineering team responsible for metadata systems that orchestrate how content is ingested, processed, and delivered across a large portfolio of entertainment experiences. The team works closely with streaming providers and internal content partners to integrate incoming feeds, support live event workflows, and enable advanced viewing experiences such as Multiview. The manager ensures that the platform is scalable, reliable, and capable of supporting diverse client needs, while driving the technical direction, development practices, and operational excellence of the team. 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

Requirements

Strong experience with Java and the Spring Framework, including support for newer Java versions (transitioning to Java 21).
Working knowledge of distributed systems across on-premise and cloud environments.
Hands-on familiarity with Kubernetes, containerization, and DevOps concepts or tooling.
Experience conducting code reviews and mentoring engineers on best practices.
Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (MongoDB strongly preferred; experience with Oracle or similar is a plus).
Understanding of API design principles and ability to evaluate downstream impacts of changes.
Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional groups with differing requirements.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, including comfort making decisions in ambiguous or complex situations.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading software engineering teams, including performance management and professional development.
Experience working with metadata-driven or content-driven platforms.
Familiarity with video-on-demand ingestion workflows or live event metadata.
Exposure to Python for scripting or automation.
Experience using or evaluating AI-assisted development tools.
Experience supporting platforms that serve multiple internal or external clients with varying needs.

Responsibilities

Leads a team of software and operations engineers, providing day-to-day guidance, coaching, performance management, and career development.
Oversees the planning, design, and development of software and services, including new capabilities and enhancements.
Provides architectural and technical direction, ensuring scalable, maintainable, and reliable solutions.
Conducts code reviews and ensures adherence to software engineering best practices.
Manages project delivery, ensuring work meets scope, quality, timeline, and budget expectations.
Oversees software release processes, including planning, deployment, and post-release monitoring.
Partners with cross-functional groups to define product requirements and drive alignment across stakeholders.
Ensures the engineering team stays current with emerging technologies and promotes continuous learning.
Evaluates and recommends database and storage solutions, including relational and non-relational options.
Supports operations for metadata ingestion workflows, live event metadata, and distributed systems spanning on-premise and cloud environments.
Makes informed decisions by assessing potential downstream and client impacts, especially for API-driven integrations.
Exercises independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.