Sr. Director, Gaming Platform

Comcast’s Technology, Product & Experience organization works at the intersection of media and technology. Our innovative teams are continually developing and delivering products that transform the customer experience. From creating apps like TVGo to new features such as the Talking Guide on the X1 platform, we work every day to make a positive impact through innovation in the pursuit of building amazing products that are enjoyable, easy to use and accessible across all platforms. The team also develops and supports our evolving network architecture, including next-generation consumer systems and technologies, infrastructure and engineering, network integration and management tools, and technical standards. We offer a flexible working environment to balance the need to work independently wherever you choose, with days that require collaboration at one of our offices. Our roles primarily reside inside or around one of our Tech Hubs (Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs, Denver, Austin, Silicon Valley, Washington DC/N. Virginia). Some roles can work virtual full-time if they are not near a Tech Hub, but that is dependent upon the needs of the position and amount of collaboration required. Job Summary Comcast is building an engineering and experience group to bring cloud video gaming to our Xfinity network and devices. We're also talking to best in class partners about how their services and teams could contribute to the eco-system and culture that we are planning for Xfinity gaming in the years to come. As Senior Director of Platform Engineering, you will be responsible for overseeing the design and production of backend modules which will interface with our gaming client and provide an enhanced player experience. Job Description Responsibilities: Contribute to platform strategy and design. Prioritize module engineering to coincide with market requirements. Coordinate with game client engineers to ensure consistent design methodologies. Investigate third-party vendors and software which may assist engineers in production. Leverage your relationships to identify key partners that add immediate value. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have experience leading server software production, preferably within the video game industry. This position will also require excellent presentation and documentation skills. Effective communication with multiple stakeholders. Understanding of high-availability, low-latency software design practices. Understanding of Linux server environments. Experience with cloud provisioning and pricing models. Experience evaluating partnerships and third-party vendors. Experience managing software teams to a deadline and design standard. Experience working with diverse groups of people across multiple divisions to reach the best design decisions. 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. 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 + 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. 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