Executive Director, Engineering- Xumo Job at Comcast Corporation, Newport Beach, CA

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  • Comcast Corporation
  • Newport Beach, CA

Job Description

Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast. Job Summary The Executive Director, Engineering Xumo will be responsible for leading a team & leading engineering projects for Client, Server Backend, Elixir & Data Engineering. Responsible for overseeing the implementation of the enterprise-wide technical vision and direction of the Engineering department. Implements business standards, goals, strategies and objectives (within assigned areas) that are competitive with industry standards and strives to arrive at those goals. Reviews annual and quarterly budgets. Leads a team of dynamic engineering staff and assures work performance is in adherence to company and industry standards. Acts as a technical resource to management across the department and lateral departments. Leads integrated work teams and provides leadership in cross-functional projects. Provides leadership and direction for diverse and complex functions. Contributes to the development of the organization's business strategy. Interprets business strategy and develops organizational objectives to align with this strategy. Typically manages multiple teams of professionals. Xumo, a joint venture between Comcast and Charter, was formed to develop and offer a next-generation streaming platform on a variety of branded 4K streaming devices and smart TVs. Powered by Comcast’s global technology platform, Xumo devices and services feature an entertainment experience designed to make it easy for consumers to find and enjoy their favorite streaming content through a world-class user interface and voice search, and for partners to meaningfully connect and engage with millions of consumers. Job Description Additional Job Summary/Info: The Xumo Engineering Executive Director will lead the Xumo Play business with key projects & team management responsibility. The role will focus overall tech development with a strong focus on collaboration with engineering & non-engineering teams, process development, budgeting & cost planning, people leadership & talent development. Key areas include: OTT System Development OTT Device Integration (with EntOS, AndroidTV, etc.)- client & backend server End to end architecture design for integrated OTT/FAST/SVOD services Data Engineering (including internal & external data) Ensure compliance & governance for systems & processes Strategic Technology Development Core Technology design including business analysis IP Acquisition Engineering Process development & trend analysis (policies, audits, etc.) Privacy/Security process development Team/People Management Resource management based on future business direction Resources analysis for demand, current availability & priorities for filling between tech domains Team structure & talent development New Business Development Tech development & partnership in new domains Business opportunity exploration Position is office based in Irvine, CA- 4 days/week & 1 day/week remote. Secondary office location- Philadelphia, PA- 4 days/week in office & 1 day remote and monthly travel to Irvine, CA required & additional quarterly travel to Irvine, CA may be needed. Required experience/Qualification: 15 years’ engineering experience with in-depth knowledge of OTT/Web/Mobile application, backend cloud server system, video technology, data system for digital video streaming services. Ability to translate technology acumen to a nontechnical team. Strong business partner and stakeholder background in OTT video streaming business Must have good people skills, working in teams and as an individual contributor. Ability to describe problems clearly & concisely in both written and oral forms and communicate both orally and in writing in a clear, professional, and pleasant manner. Ability to design well-considered technical solutions for the critical business problems Self-motivated with desire for continuous learning Knowledge of the following technical landscape : Online Video Streaming, Video Encoding/Decoding, Data Engineering, Data Analytics and Statistics OTT Client Application Development, User Account Management, Payment/Billing/Entitlement technologies Technology standard (ISO, FCC, MPA, W3C, SCTE, Security/Privacy Standards) Core Responsibilities Reviews and presents operating and capital budgets including forecasts of operations, development, testing and any specialized needs to senior management. Oversees operations and ensures business strategies and objectives are being met in a structured and concise manner. Delivers strategies and objectives within the department and across the organization. Evaluates overall work processes and standard procedures to ensure performance is to company and industry standards. Continuously develops staff through ongoing training programs, operational procedures and policies and develops staff organizational and technical skills etc. Sets the reporting standards and then works with the Manager of Engineering to analyze reports for such issues as schedule completions for testing, spend levels for NRE costs, yearly license costs etc. Stays knowledgeable of competition and important emerging technologies and standards. 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: Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job. Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services. Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences. Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas. Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers. Drive results and growth. Respect and promote inclusion & diversity. Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities. 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 EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. 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. Comcast will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law, including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Salary: Primary Location Pay Range: $206,454.38 - $309,681.56 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. 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 Master'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

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Full time, Work experience placement, Remote job, Night shift, Weekend work, 1 day per week,

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