Engineer, Data Engineer

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 Responsible for transforming large, complex data into consumable business databases and applications for self-service analytics and reporting. Create system architecture, design and specification using in-depth engineering skills and knowledge to solve difficult development problems and achieve engineering goals. Works closely with a variety of team members to clearly define data product requirements and technical roadmaps. Determine and source appropriate data for a given analysis. Work with data modelers/analysts to understand the business problems they are trying to solve then create or augment data assets to feed their analysis. 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 The Technology, Product, Experience (TPX) organization works at the intersection of media and technology and our innovative teams are continually developing and delivering products and next-generation technologies that transform the customer experience. The Comcast Network and CONNECTivity (CONNECT) organization is a highly agile, fast-paced, dedicated group at the forefront of change focused on innovating, building, and operating the best in class, most reliable access network for our customers. About the Team: The team consists of several Data Engineers and Senior Analysis that work to compile and enrich all of the companies capacity data. That data is used to determine construction needs, marketing package offerings and regulatory reports. We look at every element in the access portion of the network to make those determinations and provide that to our business partners so they can be successful for our clients. We are accountable for providing accurate, timely data to these internal groups. Core Responsibilities: Creates user documentation (internal) using understanding of internal business areas and processes as well as working knowledge of database design, data manipulation, ETL, implementation, information storage & retrieval and data flow & analysis. Designs and architects databases and applications and leads each project through implementation, using in-depth understanding of product life cycle and industry technical knowledge. Preemptively recognize and resolve technical issues applying knowledge of policies and processes. Recognize and identify implications of changes on projects upstream. Solves problems using an aerial view (architectural perspective) and provides recommendations to improve products. Shares knowledge such as trends, aggregate, quantity volume regarding specific data sources. Acts as an authority in one or more technical areas; such as data architecture, data engineering or data manipulation within systems like Hadoop (Kafka, Spark, Ambari and Hawk), SQL and HiveQL. Uses fluency in primary technology and proficiencies in one or more secondary technologies to support adoption of additional or new technologies' by the team. Serves as a team leader on projects spanning different engineering subject areas within the organization and acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Presents to broader senior leadership team. Understands other business units and how they affect the team and work. Acts as a liaison between business owners and technical associates to ensure the data collected and processed is both practical and relevant to the end goals. Determines appropriateness of data for storage and optimum storage organization. Determines how tables relate to each other and how fields interact within the tables to develop relational models. Collaborates with technology and platform management partners to optimize data sourcing and processing rules to ensure appropriate data quality. 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 exciting 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. About Our Perks & Benefits We are determined to create an environment where our employees feel valued, understand our business goals, and are motivated. Here's a look at just some of the perks and benefits we make available to our US-based employees: Medical & Dental 401(k) Savings Plan Generous paid time off Life Milestones - from adoption assistance, childcare resources, pet insurance, and more, Comcast supports you at all life stages. Courtesy Services - We offer all of our full-time employees in serviceable areas free digital TV and internet. Discount tickets for Universal Resorts, including theme park tickets and onsite hotel rooms. Learn more at https://jobs.comcast.com/life-at-comcast/benefits (https://jobs.comcast.com/life-at-comcast/benefits) Reasonable Accommodation: We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Comcast is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. 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. 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 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. 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.