Manager, Engineering (Backend)-Xumo
Company: Comcast
Location: Irvine
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Xumo, a joint venture between Comcast and Charter
Communications, was formed to develop and offer a next-generation
streaming platform for the entire entertainment industry. The
company consists of three primary lines of business: Xumo devices,
Xumo Play, and Xumo Enterprise. Powered by Comcast’s global
entertainment platform, Xumo devices feature a world-class user
interface with universal voice search capabilities, making it easy
for consumers to find and enjoy their favorite streaming content.
Xumo Play is a free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) service
offering hundreds of linear channels and on-demand options. Xumo
Enterprise provides tools and services for content creators,
distributors, and advertisers to make FAST content more accessible.
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced engineering leader to
take on the role of Manager for the Video Streaming Backend team.
As a Manager, that is technical leader on the Xumo Software
Engineering Team, you will lead the development and optimization of
the backend infrastructure powering our video streaming services.
This role requires you to handle and process video content from
various partners, to ensure seamless delivery of high-quality video
streams to millions of viewers across streaming devices. The ideal
candidate will possess deep expertise in backend server development
and architecture, particularly in video streaming technologies, and
strong ability to build the team culture and solving technical
challenges that meets business requirements. You will collaborate
closely with product and operations teams to ensure the platform
remains scalable, highly reliable, and performant. Responsible for
managing the daily and overall work processes and practical
implementation of relevant standards within one or more assigned
areas of the Engineering department. Monitors assigned areas of the
Engineering families to ensure adherence to relevant standards.
Ensures all work processes are efficient and consistent in their
daily application. Identifies flaws in the work process and
recommends solutions. Manages direct and dotted line reports and
works on cross-functional teams. Coordinates complex and
multi-disciplined engineering projects from design to
implementation in accordance with the company's policies. Job
Description Core Responsibilities Creates and maintains a system of
metrics and reporting standards by which to measure and report the
real-time results of workflow and practical application of relevant
standards. Analyzes results of metrics and reports to determine
effective work processes and standards and identify flaws.
Recommends solutions to work process and standards flaws. Maintains
knowledge of emerging technologies and procedures. Acts as a key
stakeholder in strategic decisions around products, platforms and
technologies. Directs the daily and overall performance of
department projects. Delegates responsibilities when necessary.
Ensures projects are completed on time and in adherence to the
given budget and in accordance to company standards. Manages direct
and dotted line reports. Acts as a resource for technical and
workflow issues. Mentors, recruits and guides staff, ensuring
access to ongoing training programs, policies, operational
procedures and guiding them in building their technical and
communications skills. 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. Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and
lead. 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. Skills Git, GraphQL (Query
Language), Java, JavaScript, Spring Boot, Structured Query Language
(SQL) Compensation Primary Location Pay Range: This job can be
performed in California with a good faith estimated pay range upon
hire of $139,696.74 - $186,262.32 USD. Comcast intends to offer the
selected candidate base pay within the posted range for this role
at the time of posting 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. 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. Certifications (if
applicable) Relevant Work Experience 5-7 Years Comcast is 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.
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