NBCUniversal
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
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: $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.
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.
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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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
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: $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.
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.
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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