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NBC Universal

Manager, Software Engineering

NBC Universal, Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06925

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Overview

We are seeking an

Engineering Manager

to lead our web and CTV (Connected TV) application teams in building next-generation streaming experiences. This role blends

technical leadership

with

people management

to ensure high-performing teams deliver engaging, scalable, and reliable apps across browsers and smart TVs. You will oversee engineers working with

ReactJS

for web platforms and

LightningJS

for CTVs, while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

Build, mentor, and motivate a team of front-end engineers across web and CTV platforms. Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and growth through coaching, feedback, and clear career development paths. Align team priorities with organizational goals, ensuring velocity without compromising quality.

Architecture & Technical Direction

Provide architectural guidance for scalable, modular, and maintainable applications in

ReactJS

and

LightningJS . Partner with product, design, and backend teams to define technical strategies that align with business needs. Ensure robust architecture to support millions of concurrent users, high-performance video playback, and seamless cross-platform features.

Performance & Quality

Drive performance optimizations for both

browser apps

and

CTV devices , ensuring smooth playback, responsive UIs, and low memory usage. Establish coding standards, best practices, and CI/CD processes to ensure high code quality and developer experience. Proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks in rendering, streaming, and device performance.

Delivery & Execution

Oversee sprint planning, execution, and delivery of key features and platform improvements. Collaborate with QA, DevOps, and release management to ensure timely and reliable deployments. Track and report engineering metrics to measure productivity, quality, and impact.

Qualifications

Experience

7+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 2+ years in an

engineering management role . Proven track record delivering large-scale

web or streaming applications . Strong background in

ReactJS

(SPA, hooks, performance optimization). Experience with video streaming technologies, performance tuning, and multi-device support.

Skills

Strong knowledge of

architecture patterns

(modular design, SOLID principles, micro-frontends, etc.). Deep understanding of

browser APIs , rendering pipelines, and memory management. Ability to

motivate teams , resolve conflicts, and inspire innovation. Excellent communication skills, able to bridge technical and business perspectives.

Nice to Have

Exposure to

OTT/CTV ecosystems

(Roku, Fire TV, Samsung, LG, Vizio, etc.). Familiarity with

cloud services

(AWS, GCP) and CI/CD pipelines. Background in performance analytics (Datadog, New Relic, or similar). Familiarity with

LightningJS

for CTV

Benefits & Compensation

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. Salary range:

$140,000 - $200,000

(bonus and long-term incentive 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.

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