NBCUniversal is seeking a seasoned Software Engineer to join the Consumer Applications team through Fandango at Home, focusing on the development and optimization of SmartTV applications.
The ideal candidate should have a strong background in JavaScript and HTML5, with specific experience in building and maintaining TV apps across major SmartTV platforms such as Samsung Tizen, LG webOS, and Vizio.
This role is high-impact, responsible for building performant, scalable, and user-centric applications that reach millions of users.
Key responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining SmartTV applications using JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS, implementing responsive and high-performance UIs, collaborating with product managers, designers, and QA, ensuring cross-platform compatibility, writing clean and maintainable code, providing technical mentorship to junior developers, participating in architectural discussions, investigating and resolving technical issues, and contributing to continuous improvement of team workflows.
Requirements:
Candidates must have 5+ years of experience in front-end development, with at least 2+ years in SmartTV app development.
Deep expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3 is required.
Familiarity with device constraints and optimization techniques for performance and memory is necessary.
Experience with video playback technologies, DRM, and streaming formats (HLS, DASH) is a strong plus.
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, particularly in embedded or non-standard browser environments, are essential.
Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and agile development practices is required.
A BS in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent work experience, is necessary.
Benefits:
This position is fully remote, allowing employees to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, typically their residence.
Employees will have the opportunity to be part of a pivotal time as NBCUniversal transitions responsibilities to the new company, Versant.
NBCUniversal is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace.
