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We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

The Media Technology & Infrastructure team within NBCU’s Operations & Technology (O&T) Organization, has an opening for a Software Engineer in our Automation group to help create new apps and services for NBCUniversal that serve to reduce manual effort and provide improvements to existing or newly developed processes.

Responsibilities:

Work in an agile software development team to create new apps and services from scratch and expand upon those created by other team members.
Create and maintain code written in a variety of languages including Java & Python to support business systems.
Create and maintain Ansible Playbooks and Roles for both Unix and Windows environments.
Test and create automated tests for your code, ensuring every function, service, and object is compatible with the team’s work and with the many systems within the NBCUniversal system portfolio.
Help identify areas where manual steps could be eliminated, or inefficient processes could be improved through automation.
Stay up to date on new development and platform technologies and make recommendations for improved development approaches.
Create documentation for developers as well as business users to help them understand our automations.
Create and maintain automations to support cloud and on-premise technologies

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

For LA County and City Residents Only: NBCUniversal will consider for employment
qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner
consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance
Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles' County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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What You Should Know About Software Engineer, NBCUniversal

Are you ready to be part of an exciting team at NBCUniversal? As a Software Engineer in our Automation group, you will be at the forefront of innovation, creating apps and services that streamline processes and enhance our operations. You'll join the Media Technology & Infrastructure team within our Operations & Technology organization, where collaboration and creativity are key. You will get the chance to work in an agile development environment alongside talented individuals, all while expanding existing applications and developing new ones from scratch using languages like Java and Python. Your skills in creating and maintaining Ansible Playbooks for Unix and Windows environments will play a crucial role in our success. We believe in testing your code thoroughly, ensuring seamless compatibility across NBCUniversal systems by automating tests for every function and service. This role is not just about coding; it's about identifying areas for improvement and being proactive in recommending solutions that can reduce manual effort. We value up-to-date knowledge on emerging technologies, so your insights will help us continuously evolve our development strategies. Plus, you will have the opportunity to document your innovations, aiding both developers and business users in understanding our automation landscape. Join us in shaping the entertainment and news landscapes while being part of a company that values diversity and inclusivity. If you’re passionate about using technology to enhance experiences and make processes more efficient, NBCUniversal is the perfect place for you!

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What are the main responsibilities of a Software Engineer at NBCUniversal?

As a Software Engineer at NBCUniversal, you will primarily focus on developing and maintaining applications that improve operational efficiencies. Your responsibilities include writing code in Java and Python, creating Ansible Playbooks for various environments, testing your code extensively, and identifying opportunities for automation to enhance workflows and reduce manual effort.