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Make your mark at Comcast -- a Fortune 30 global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. Become part of our award-winning technology team that turns big ideas into cutting-edge products, platforms, and solutions that our customers love. We create space to innovate, and we recognize, reward, and invest in your ideas, while ensuring you can proudly bring your authentic self to the workplace. Join us. You’ll do the best work of your career right here at Comcast. (In most cases, Comcast prefers to have employees on-site collaborating unless the team has been designated as virtual due to the nature of their work. If a position is listed with both office locations and virtual offerings, Comcast may be willing to consider candidates who live greater than 100 miles from the office for the remote option.)

Job Summary

This is a senior technical lead role focused on the development and evolution of WiFi Motion solutions. The role involves leading software projects, developing and optimizing firmware for gateways and routers, and working across Internet, WiFi, and related technologies. The successful candidate will provide technical guidance, mentor engineers, and drive the adoption of AI tools to enhance software development and delivery.

Job Description

*This position is unable to provide work authorization sponsorship or immigration support now or in the future.*

What You'll Do

• Lead the development, optimization, and expansion of the WiFi Motion sensing solution.

• Architect scalable software solutions for smart home and connected device platforms.

• Provide technical leadership on software projects.

• Develop and enhance software for new gateway models and chipset architectures.

• Work across multiple technologies, including Internet, WiFi, gateways, and routers.

• Develop and optimize firmware for gateways and routers.

• Mentor engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

• Define and monitor key performance metrics.

• Create and maintain technical documentation.

• Support the software release process to ensure efficient delivery.

• Drive the adoption and use of AI tools within software development.

What You'll Have

• 10+ years of software engineering experience.

• Experience as a technical lead on software projects.

• Experience working with Internet, WiFi, gateway, and router technologies.

• Strong understanding of smart home and IoT solutions.

• Experience developing and optimizing firmware for gateways and routers.

• Proficiency in C, C++, Python, and Java.

• Expert in Linux and RDKB.

• Experience with WiFi sensing algorithms.

• Experience with TensorFlow Lite and NPU offload.

• Expertise in model quantization.

• Skilled in using AI tools to improve software development.

Skills

Ideation, Project Leadership, Software Development, Software Releases, Software Solutions, Teamwork, Technical Leadership

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Education

Bachelor's Degree

Certifications (if applicable)

Relevant Work Experience

15 Years +

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