Sr. Software Engineer, JavaScript

NBCUniversal•Universal City, CA

2d•$110,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Our Media Group portfolio is a powerhouse collection of consumer-first brands, supported by media industry leaders, Comcast, NBCUniversal and Sky. When you join our team, you’ll work across our dynamic portfolio including Peacock, NOW, SkyShowtime, Showmax, and TV Everywhere, powering streaming across more than 70 countries globally. And the evolution doesn’t stop there. With unequalled scale, our teams make the most out of every opportunity to collaborate and learn from one another. We’re always looking for ways to innovate faster, accelerate our growth and consistently offer the very best in consumer experience. But most of all, we’re backed by a culture of respect. We embrace authenticity and inspire people to thrive. What the team does Creates and maintains performant HTML5 based features Constantly improving performance against KPI’s to give the user the best possible experience Collaborates with product and other internal teams to drive innovation and improvements Explores new technology, pushing the quality and speed capabilities of the systems, running POCs, and balancing innovation with stability Supports major consumer-facing live events, including Olympics and the Super Bowl

Requirements

Proven experience as an experienced Software Engineer or similar role, with a strong portfolio of web applications.
5+ years of professional software development experience using JavaScript and/or TypeScript
3+ years of experience leveraging frameworks such as ReactNative/ReactJS, Angular, VueJS
Experience with APIs and integrating 3rd party libraries.
Experience with GraphQL.
In-depth knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and related technologies.
Familiarity with building applications for set-top boxes (STB’s) and Connected TV devices (CTV’s).
Demonstrates strong investigative abilities to track down source of bugs and areas of improvement.
Strong architectural skills and the ability to design scalable and maintainable solutions.
Dedication to best programming practices, code quality, and continuous learning.
Familiarity with front-end build tools and package managers (e.g., Webpack, npm).
Experience with performance improvements and component design
Strong CS fundamentals, troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills
Experience with test-driven development
Proficient in Git, Git commands and various Git workflows
Solid grasp of development methodologies such as Scrum and Agile
Experience with CI tools like Jenkins, CircleCI & MSFT DevOps
Able to communicate ideas clearly and efficiently
Confidently communicate and collaborate with external teams, such as backend and analytics team members
An owner, committed to quality in every task, large or small

Nice To Haves

Preferred proficiency with Lightning JS framework and HTML5 Canvas.

Responsibilities

Application Maintenance and Enhancement: Regularly maintain and improve the existing codebase to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Debug and resolve complex issues, providing solutions to minimize downtime and enhance user experience.
Feature Development: Collaborate with the product team to design and develop new features, enhancements, and improvements.
Implement front-end functionality using JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and related technologies.
Architectural Design and Optimization: Evaluate the current application architecture and propose and implement improvements for scalability, maintainability, and efficiency.
Make informed decisions regarding the selection of frameworks, libraries, and tools to support development efforts.
Code Quality and Best Practices: Enforce coding standards and best practices, including code reviews, testing, and documentation, to maintain a high-quality codebase.
Mentor and guide junior developers in the team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Performance Optimization: Identify performance bottlenecks and optimize code and resources to ensure the application's responsiveness and efficiency.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and QA engineers, to deliver high-quality software solutions.
Technical Research: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in web development, and apply them to the project when appropriate.

Benefits

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

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