Sr Software Engineer - Platforms

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer to join our growing engineering team. You will play a key role in designing and building scalable, secure, and user-centric applications that power Versant’s next-generation platforms. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in startup-like environments, embraces SaaS and low-code/no-code platforms, and is passionate about delivering value quickly.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams from ideation to launch, delivering full-stack solutions that solve real business problems.
• Design and build scalable, fault-tolerant microservices and modern front-end applications.
• Leverage SaaS, low-code/no-code platforms where appropriate to accelerate delivery.
• Participate in code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge-sharing sessions to elevate team quality.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Ensure security, performance, and maintainability are core to all solutions.
• Work closely with product and architecture teams to align on the technical direction and business priorities.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional software development experience.
• Proficient in modern JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML/CSS, and frameworks like React, Vue, or Angular.
• Experience with backend development in languages such as Java, Node.js, Python, or Go.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
• Experience with Git and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GenAI tools, SaaS platforms, and low-code/no-code tools.
• Exposure to serverless technologies and event-driven architecture.
• Experience modernizing legacy systems or integrating with enterprise platforms.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure-as-code.
• Background in media, entertainment, or digital platforms is a plus.

Additional Requirements

• 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. Salary range: $110,000 - $160,000

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Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.

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