NBCUniversal
Job Description
We are seeking a seasoned and hands-on
Engineering Manager
to lead our
iOS engineering team
, responsible for delivering premium mobile experiences across CNBC and other Versant brands. This role is a critical part of our mobile leadership, focused on creating fast, secure, elegant applications with best-in-class video, personalization, and content capabilities.
You’ll manage a high-performance team of iOS engineers, guiding both day-to-day development and long-term platform evolution. Your responsibilities span technical design, people development, product collaboration, and delivery excellence. You will drive best practices in code quality, performance, and user experience while building for scale and speed.
Key Responsibilities
_
Technical Leadership _
Lead architecture, design, and development efforts for high-scale, video-rich iOS applications
Ensure the team delivers performant, secure, and maintainable Swift-based code leveraging frameworks like SwiftUI, UIKit, Combine
Oversee deep integrations with video playback (HLS, DASH), personalization engines, and real-time APIs
Drive consistency, scalability, and shared services across mobile platforms
Collaborate with AI/ML and backend teams to embed personalized experiences within the iOS app
_
Team Management & Mentorship _
Manage, coach, and grow a team of iOS engineers—fostering ownership, creativity, and continuous improvement
Lead technical reviews and support knowledge sharing through documentation and internal talks
Promote a high bar for engineering excellence including automated testing, CI/CD, and observability
Hire and onboard new engineers, helping them succeed in a fast-paced media environment
_
Cross-Functional Collaboration _
Work closely with Product, Design, UX Research, QA, Data, and Platform teams to shape and deliver user-first features
Partner with the Design team to ensure platform consistency, brand alignment, and accessibility standards are upheld
Translate business objectives into reliable technical solutions that scale across audiences and platforms
_
Delivery & Operational Excellence _
Own KPIs such as app performance, crash-free sessions, release cadence, and user engagement
Implement monitoring, crash reporting, and proactive error handling practices
Champion fast iteration without compromising quality—leading a high-trust team that delivers frequently
Actively participate in incident triage and escalation for mobile issues in production
Qualifications: Qualifications
7+ years of iOS development experience, with 2+ years managing or leading high-performing engineering teams
Expert-level knowledge of
Swift
,
SwiftUI
,
UIKit
, and
AVFoundation
Proven experience building and maintaining iOS applications at scale, especially for video and content-driven platforms
Strong understanding of mobile architecture, design patterns, and secure data handling
Deep experience with video streaming technologies, including
HLS
,
DASH
, and custom playback frameworks
Familiarity with GraphQL or REST APIs, mobile analytics, feature flags, and experimentation frameworks
Working knowledge of CI/CD tools like Bitrise, Fastlane, and GitHub Actions
Commitment to quality and performance through test automation, accessibility, and usability
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a user- and product-oriented mindset
Preferred Qualifications
Experience building apps for high-traffic media or streaming brands
Knowledge of privacy regulations and mobile compliance standards (GDPR, CCPA)
Familiarity with personalization, content tagging, or ML-driven content systems
Experience aligning with cross-platform engineering strategies and shared component libraries
What We Offer
At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities:
Sweat it out
– Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, plus daily group classes
Eat up
– Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars
Commute-friendly
– Free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken, and Jersey City
Hybrid:
This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary range: $155,000-$175,000 (
bonus eligible
).
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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.
We are seeking a seasoned and hands-on
Engineering Manager
to lead our
iOS engineering team
, responsible for delivering premium mobile experiences across CNBC and other Versant brands. This role is a critical part of our mobile leadership, focused on creating fast, secure, elegant applications with best-in-class video, personalization, and content capabilities.
You’ll manage a high-performance team of iOS engineers, guiding both day-to-day development and long-term platform evolution. Your responsibilities span technical design, people development, product collaboration, and delivery excellence. You will drive best practices in code quality, performance, and user experience while building for scale and speed.
Key Responsibilities
_
Technical Leadership _
Lead architecture, design, and development efforts for high-scale, video-rich iOS applications
Ensure the team delivers performant, secure, and maintainable Swift-based code leveraging frameworks like SwiftUI, UIKit, Combine
Oversee deep integrations with video playback (HLS, DASH), personalization engines, and real-time APIs
Drive consistency, scalability, and shared services across mobile platforms
Collaborate with AI/ML and backend teams to embed personalized experiences within the iOS app
_
Team Management & Mentorship _
Manage, coach, and grow a team of iOS engineers—fostering ownership, creativity, and continuous improvement
Lead technical reviews and support knowledge sharing through documentation and internal talks
Promote a high bar for engineering excellence including automated testing, CI/CD, and observability
Hire and onboard new engineers, helping them succeed in a fast-paced media environment
_
Cross-Functional Collaboration _
Work closely with Product, Design, UX Research, QA, Data, and Platform teams to shape and deliver user-first features
Partner with the Design team to ensure platform consistency, brand alignment, and accessibility standards are upheld
Translate business objectives into reliable technical solutions that scale across audiences and platforms
_
Delivery & Operational Excellence _
Own KPIs such as app performance, crash-free sessions, release cadence, and user engagement
Implement monitoring, crash reporting, and proactive error handling practices
Champion fast iteration without compromising quality—leading a high-trust team that delivers frequently
Actively participate in incident triage and escalation for mobile issues in production
Qualifications: Qualifications
7+ years of iOS development experience, with 2+ years managing or leading high-performing engineering teams
Expert-level knowledge of
Swift
,
SwiftUI
,
UIKit
, and
AVFoundation
Proven experience building and maintaining iOS applications at scale, especially for video and content-driven platforms
Strong understanding of mobile architecture, design patterns, and secure data handling
Deep experience with video streaming technologies, including
HLS
,
DASH
, and custom playback frameworks
Familiarity with GraphQL or REST APIs, mobile analytics, feature flags, and experimentation frameworks
Working knowledge of CI/CD tools like Bitrise, Fastlane, and GitHub Actions
Commitment to quality and performance through test automation, accessibility, and usability
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a user- and product-oriented mindset
Preferred Qualifications
Experience building apps for high-traffic media or streaming brands
Knowledge of privacy regulations and mobile compliance standards (GDPR, CCPA)
Familiarity with personalization, content tagging, or ML-driven content systems
Experience aligning with cross-platform engineering strategies and shared component libraries
What We Offer
At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities:
Sweat it out
– Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, plus daily group classes
Eat up
– Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars
Commute-friendly
– Free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken, and Jersey City
Hybrid:
This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary range: $155,000-$175,000 (
bonus eligible
).
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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.