Lead Software Engineer - Python or Golang & Kubernetes - Freewheel

FreeWheel, a Comcast company, provides comprehensive ad platforms for publishers, advertisers, and media buyers. Powered by premium video content, robust data, and advanced technology, we’re making it easier for buyers and sellers to transact across all screens, data types, and sales channels. As a global company, we have offices in nine countries and can insert advertisements around the world.

Job Summary

This role leads the development of software and web applications, integrating new systems, emphasizing scalability and security, and improving performance. The position mentors and trains a collaborative team, collaborates with cross‑functional teams, creates vital documentation, and ensures applications meet quality standards.

Job Description

• 7‑10 years of experience in Software Engineering or Platform Engineering related fields.
• Strong software engineering background with experience in Go and Python.
• Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture and production operations.
• Experience designing and operating large‑scale cloud‑native platforms.
• Hands‑on experience with AWS or OCI cloud services.
• Experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD, GitOps, and deployment automation.
• Experience driving technical initiatives across multiple engineering teams.
• Strong system design, troubleshooting, and architectural decision‑making skills.

Preferred

• Experience managing enterprise Kubernetes platforms serving multiple engineering organizations.
• Experience building Platform‑as‑a‑Product initiatives.
• Experience with OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, Splunk, or similar observability solutions.
• Experience with multi‑cluster Kubernetes environments.
• Experience leading platform standardization and migration initiatives.
• Previous experience mentoring engineers or serving as technical lead.

Responsibilities

• Leading the development and implementation of innovative software and web applications, ensuring they align with business objectives and user requirements.
• Integrating new systems seamlessly with existing infrastructure, focusing on scalability, security, and continuous performance improvement.
• Mentoring team members and providing technical training, fostering a collaborative environment for knowledge sharing and professional growth.
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to ensure successful application integration, advocating for best practices in software development.
• Participating in or leading peer programming sessions, design sprints, or prototyping sessions.
• Driving the creation, maintenance, and accessibility of comprehensive documentation for all development activities.
• Monitoring application performance metrics rigorously, utilizing data to guide enhancements and ensure delivery aligns with project goals.
• Providing expert technical advice and support to internal stakeholders and external partners, effectively communicating complex concepts.
• Collaborating with the Quality Assurance team to confirm applications meet rigorous testing standards and fulfil technical requirements.
• 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) as necessary.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

• CI/CD
• Kubernetes
• Terraform (Software)
• GitOps
• Cloud Computing
• Python (Programming Language)
• Go Programming Language

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 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.

Education

Bachelor'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 +