Junior Backend Software Engineer (Python or PHP) - Chicago - ONSITE 2X Week- FreeWheel

Comcast Resume • Chicago, IL

1d • $93,016 - $139,524 • Hybrid

About The Position

FreeWheel, a Comcast company, builds advertising platforms for publishers, advertisers, and media buyers. Its Buyer Cloud team builds and maintains services used to set up, configure, manage, monitor, and execute digital real-time bidding campaigns. The App team focuses on APIs, support tools, and ad-serving systems that enable efficient, scalable programmatic advertising operations.

The Junior Backend Software Engineer will design, develop, and integrate backend solutions that support business needs and address moderately complex technical challenges. The role contributes across the software development life cycle, from requirements analysis through development, testing, deployment, and application integration. The engineer applies best practices to deliver reliable, high-quality software and improve system performance and operational excellence. The role also involves collaborating with teammates, participating in code reviews, and helping maintain strong engineering standards.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor's degree is preferred; applicants with a combination of coursework and experience or extensive related professional experience may also be considered.
• Collaboration skills.
• Software development skills.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to work nights and weekends on variable schedules as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Write and maintain efficient software component code while adhering to development best practices.
• Support the design and development of software applications aligned with business objectives.
• Implement software validation frameworks, including unit and integration tests.
• Document software development processes, including design and deployment procedures.
• Analyze software integration needs and plan system architecture to meet technical specifications.
• Review current practices and technical literature to inform project solutions, and apply engineering methodologies.
• Work with Quality Assurance to ensure applications meet technical requirements and specifications.
• Troubleshoot software issues and provide resolutions that improve application performance and user satisfaction.
• Exercise independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
• Maintain regular, consistent, and punctual attendance; be able to work nights and weekends on variable schedules as necessary.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Follow the company's Operating Principles, prioritize the customer experience, learn and advocate for its technology and products, work collaboratively, participate in the Net Promoter System, drive results and growth, support inclusion, and act in the interests of colleagues, customers, investors, and communities.

Benefits

• Eligible employees receive a range of benefits, with personalized options and support intended to address physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
• Most non-sales positions are eligible for a bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level