Sr Broadband Eng - #1411908

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

Job Description Summary Responsible for detailed design, implementation coordination and technical lead level resourcing for new product integration across Comcast's converged IP Network, at a market or infrastructure level. Accountable for monitoring and influencing relevant standards bodies across Transport and IP layer to influence and incorporate emerging technologies that reduce costs, increase flexibility and drive better scale across Comcast Infrastructure. Design, beta and launch new integrated voice, video and data products across Converged Network. Integrates knowledge of business and functional priorities. Acts as a key contributor in a complex and crucial environment. May lead teams or projects and shares expertise.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

• Applies tactical and strategic approaches to design and new product introduction; balances constraints and opportunities to drive engineering consensus for new product introduction and methodology.
• Provide support for Distributed Access Architecture (DAA) and legacy Cable Modem Termination System (CMTS) technologies.
• Set up lab, test environments, develop, and execute DOCSIS-specific test plans.
• Work with DOCSIS CPE devices to ensure proper functionality and performance.
• Debug and troubleshoot technical issues related to DOCSIS and CPE devices.
• Ensure interoperability between different DOCSIS devices and systems.
• Collaborate with Cable Labs and other industry-specific entities to improve test plans and define requirements.
• Work with CPE device vendors to isolate and resolve issues impacting customer experience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues.
• Document test plans, results, and troubleshooting steps.
• Represents the work team and organization as the prime technical contact on assigned projects.
• Interfaces across the ecosystem to ensure thorough vetting of the solution.
• Leads matrixed teams and serves as network technical liaison with adjacent product and engineering teams to ensure smooth introduction of new products.
• Produces, reviews, and coaches junior engineers' job roles in detailed design work, SMOP creation, and operations execution of complex change across a converged environment.
• Work in a heavily matrixed environment and act as an integrated team member or leader with virtual teams to shorten the R&D and Design cycle for new products and network evolution.
• Creates and documents high-level, detailed network designs.
• Communicates applicable design guidelines and provides guidance to ensure compliance.
• Strong initiative to build internal and external relationships with minimal supervision/direction from management.
• 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), and overtime as necessary.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Employees At All Levels Are Expected To

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields, or 5-10 years of relevant work experience.
• Proven experience supporting DOCSIS technologies, including DAA and legacy CMTS.
• Experience working in lab environments, developing and performing test plans, and conducting lab setups.
• Experience utilizing RF test equipment (Spectrum Analyzers, Noise Generators, etc.).
• Experience using tools to simulate customer traffic (ByteBlower, IXIA).
• Strong DOCSIS end-to-end troubleshooting and debugging skills.
• Familiarity with DOCSIS CPE devices and their interoperability.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with DOCSIS 3.1/4.0 and newer DAA/vCMTS technologies.
• Advanced knowledge of RF and network protocols.
• Industry certifications in DOCSIS-related technologies.
• Experience scripting in programming languages (Python, Java, Go, etc.).
• Experience with GitHub for revision and configuration documentation.
  
  

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 proud to be 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.

Skills

Customer Experience (CX); Leadership; Network Engineering

Salary

Primary Location Pay Range: $104,150.29 - $156,225.44

Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.

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

7-10 Years