Lead Mobile Software Engineer

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

FANDANGO

Over the past twenty years, Fandango has built a network of direct-to-consumer digital brands, where 50 million+ fans unite to celebrate their love for movies, TV and streaming. We take pride in serving fans throughout their entertainment journey from content discovery to theatrical moviegoing to watching at home. Our portfolio includes leading online movie ticketer, Fandango, which tickets for more than 31,000 U.S. movie screens; world-renowned entertainment review site, Rotten Tomatoes; and Fandango at Home (previously known as Vudu), the on-demand streaming service offering the industry’s best selection of 4K UHD titles and more than 250,000 new release and catalogue movies and next day TV shows. 

Job Description

NBC Sports Group, a division of NBC Universal, is hiring a Lead Mobile Software Engineer to join our Mobile Engineering team. 

The Mobile Engineering group develops cutting-edge features for Rotten Tomatoes and various NBC Sports properties. These features power customer-facing applications and extend services to sports enthusiasts and golf facilities worldwide. You’ll have the opportunity to work with top-tier equipment, a talented team, and competitive compensation, knowing each day you are making a difference in the lives of sports participants.

At NBCUniversal, we believe in the talent of our people. It’s our passion and commitment to excellence that drives NBCU’s vast portfolio of brands to succeed. From broadcast and cable networks, news and sports platforms, to film, world-renowned theme parks and a diverse suite of digital properties, we take pride in all that we do and all that we represent. It’s what makes us uniquely NBCU. Here you can create the extraordinary.

Job Duties

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of high-performance mobile applications for both iOS and Android platforms using cross-platform frameworks like React Native, Flutter, or .NET MAUI (Xamarin).
• Collaborate with product managers, UX/UI designers, backend engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver feature-rich, user-friendly mobile experiences that align with business goals.
• Lead architectural discussions and ensure mobile applications are scalable, secure, and maintainable, while optimizing for performance.
• Implement best coding practices by conducting code reviews, writing tests, and integrating automated testing strategies to ensure high-quality code.
• Oversee the performance monitoring and optimization of mobile applications, providing guidance on troubleshooting and resolving high-level technical issues.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering growth and learning within the team.
• Keep the team up-to-date with emerging mobile technologies and identify areas where new tools or approaches can drive productivity and quality improvements.
• Champion mobile-first thinking across the organization, advocating for the best user experiences on mobile devices.
• Work with the DevOps team to streamline the continuous integration and delivery pipelines, ensuring quick and efficient releases.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to ensure mobile application performance meets or exceeds company goals.
• Support the full software development lifecycle from concept to post-release monitoring and issue resolution.

Our Technical Stack

Programming Languages:

• Swift
• Objective-C
• Kotlin
• Java
• C#
• Javascript

UI Framework:

• UIKit
• SwiftUI
• Java
• Kolin

Cross Platform Frameworks:

• React Native (JavaScript)
• .NET Native and MAUI (Xamarin) (.NET, C#)

Qualifications

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent training/experience.
• 8+ years of experience developing mobile applications for iOS and Android, with extensive knowledge of Swift, Objective-C, Java, and Kotlin.
• Proficiency in cross-platform frameworks like React Native, Flutter, .NET MAUI (Xamarin) or similar technologies.
• Strong understanding of native iOS and Android development, including platform-specific APIs, user interface guidelines, and performance optimization.
• Experience working in a continuous integration environment and adhering to best practices for testing, including unit and integration tests.
• Proven ability to architect scalable, secure, and maintainable mobile applications.
• Familiarity with App Store and Google Play submission processes.
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and backend service integration.
• Strong skills in version control systems (Git) and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.
• Problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Desired Characteristics:

• Proven track record of developing high-volume mobile applications that scale across millions of users.
• Experience breaking down monolithic architectures into microservices.
• Expertise with .NET Native or MAUI Framework.
• Strong ability to manage cross-functional teams and stakeholders, effectively communicating technical decisions.

Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence.

Salary Range: $135,000 – $140,000

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. 

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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

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