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The role also requires management of documentation, analysis of market trends, and participating/leading in collaborative development sessions.Job Description\nResponsibilities:\nDesigning new software applications, analyzing system requirements and customizing applications to maximize functionality and user experience\nAssisting in the software update and release process, ensuring seamless roll-outs of new features\nCollaborating with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to identify requirements and integrate tailored software solutions\nProviding mentorship to junior engineers, nurturing a culture of technical excellence and collaborative knowledge sharing\nManaging the documentation process for all development activities, ensuring clear and accessible information for both technical and non-technical stakeholders\nTracking and evaluating software performance metrics, using data to inform decisions and enhance system reliability and user satisfaction\nPartnering with Quality Assurance to confirm that software complies with technical specifications, ensuring the delivery of reliable applications\nLeveraging market research and industry trends to drive project strategies and improve software products\nParticipating in or leading peer programming sessions, design sprints, or prototyping sessions\nConsistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.\nRegular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary.\nOther duties and responsibilities as assigned.\nRequired Qualifications:\nSignificant and effective working experience with C++ - 5+ years.\n\nExperience working in a Linux ecosystem.\n\nEmployees at all levels are expected to:\nUnderstand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.\nOwn the customer experience think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.\nKnow your stuff be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.\nWin as a team make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.\nBe an active part of the Net Promoter System a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.\nDrive results and growth.\nSupport a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead.\nDo what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.\nDisclaimer: This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.\nSkills\nC++ Programming Language, Collaboration, LinuxCompensation\nIllinois Pay Range: $129,515.93 - $194,273.89Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. 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