# Principal Software Development Engineer

Hiring organization: [Comcast](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/comcast)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/f4450eab-1144-4372-80de-c995daa6a92f

Listed on Comcast's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Principal
- Location: Philadelphia, PA

## Summary

Lead the development of carrier-grade network infrastructure and broadband access platforms for Comcast's CONNECT organization, driving complex technical initiatives from design through production support. This role suits experienced software engineers with deep expertise in distributed systems, Linux, and network infrastructure who are ready to mentor teams and shape next-generation connectivity solutions.

_Our summary, not Comcast's wording._

## Skills named

C++, Docker, Kubernetes, Linux, Microservices, Python

## Required

- Extensive hands-on software engineering experience with C, C++, Golang, and/or Python on Linux-based systems
- Experience designing, developing, or supporting large-scale network infrastructure, broadband access platforms, CMTS/vCMTS, DOCSIS/PON, or similar carrier-grade distributed systems
- Strong understanding of distributed systems, control-plane architecture, service resiliency, software upgrade compatibility, telemetry, and production debugging
- Experience with cloud-native or containerized environments including Docker, Kubernetes, microservices, messaging/event-driven architectures, or configuration/state management systems
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical initiatives from architecture and design through development, validation, deployment, and operational support
- Proven ability to troubleshoot urgent production issues and collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and external partners
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical issues, drive alignment, and mentor other engineers
- 15+ years of relevant work experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of coursework and experience

## Nice to have

- Direct experience with DOCSIS 3.1, DOCSIS 4.0, Full Duplex DOCSIS, CM registration, channel bonding, DBC, load balancing, upstream/downstream resiliency, or cable modem interoperability
- Experience with CMTS, vCMTS, cloud-native broadband routers, access network platforms, or packet/network control-plane systems
- Experience working with cable modem, chipset, RPD, or network equipment vendors
- Experience leading geographically distributed engineering teams or acting as a technical lead/architect for major platform features

Apply on Comcast's site: https://comcast.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Comcast_Careers/job/PA---Philadelphia-1800-Arch-St/Principal-Software-Development-Engineer_R438530