Manager, Software Engineering

$99,669 - $233,599/Yr

Comcast - Philadelphia, PA

Full-time - Manager

Philadelphia, PA

Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

FreeWheel is seeking a Manager of Software Engineering to lead the Beeswax Ad Serving team. This role involves overseeing the development and implementation of software solutions that support the ad serving platform, which processes billions of ad auctions daily. The manager will guide a team of engineers, collaborate with product management, and ensure high-quality software delivery while fostering a culture of transparency and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of software engineers, providing direction and opportunities for growth.
• Collaborate with the Beeswax Product Management team to deliver new features to customers.
• Provide guidance on technical architecture and engineering practices.
• Drive improvements to Ad Serving software infrastructure.
• Ensure adherence to deadlines, specifications, and budgets.
• Review team members' work to ensure quality standards are met.
• Provide technical support and training in Ad Serving capabilities.
• Implement and review employee performance metrics.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies.

Requirements

• 5+ years of related experience in software engineering.
• Experience in the media or advertising industry is a plus.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proficient in building distributed applications using object-oriented languages such as C++, Java, Rust, or Go.
• Experience in deploying and operating applications in a public cloud provider.
• Proficient in Jira, Confluence, Git, and MS Office products.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with ad serving technologies.
• Familiarity with performance metrics and reporting tools.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan with matching contributions.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement for further education.
• Flexible work hours and remote work options.