Jobs · Engineering · Colorado

Software Engineer – Python / Django

Comcast · Centennial, CO · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineering$115k–$172k/yrFull-time

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer – Python / Django to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise-grade web applications and backend services. This role requires strong technical expertise, adherence to best practices, and the ability to work effectively in a structured, cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance web applications using Python and Django or equivalent Python-based frameworks.
  • Participate in system architecture, design discussions, and technical decision-making.
  • Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services in alignment with enterprise standards.
  • Collaborate with product management, QA, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to deliver reliable solutions.
  • Ensure code quality through unit testing, peer reviews, and adherence to coding standards.
  • Manage source control using Git, following enterprise versioning and branching strategies.
  • Implement database schemas, queries, performance optimizations, and provide support for relational databases.
  • Support automation, configuration management, and deployment activities using Ansible.
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, resolve application and production issues in a timely manner.
  • Contribute to documentation, knowledge sharing, and continuous process improvement.

Skills & Experience We're Looking For

  • 5–7 years of professional software development experience in enterprise environments.
  • Hands-on experience with Django or equivalent Python web frameworks (e.g., Flask, FastAPI).
  • Strong Python programming experience.
  • Experience with Git and enterprise source control practices.
  • Relational databases experience, preferably MySQL or PostgreSQL.
  • Strong understanding of application architecture, security principles, and backend best practices.
  • Experience with container technologies such as docker, Podman etc.
  • Familiarity with Celery or asynchronous task processing frameworks.
  • Exposure to Vector or similar observability and logging solutions.

Nice to Have

  • Experience or working knowledge of Ansible for automation and configuration management, including support automation, configuration management, and deployment activities.
  • Experience with Redis for caching or messaging.
  • Hands‑on experience configuring, managing, and automating workflows using Ansible Tower (AWX).
  • Knowledge of Filebeat and journald for centralized logging.
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Concourse CI or GitHub Actions.
  • Working knowledge of JavaScript for frontend integration and debugging.

About Our Perks & Benefits

We are determined to create an environment where our employees feel valued, understand our business goals, and are motivated. Here's a look at just some of the perks and benefits we make available to our US-based employees:

  • Medical & Dental
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Generous paid time off
  • Life Milestones - from adoption assistance, childcare resources, pet insurance, and more, Comcast supports you at all life stages.
  • Courtesy Services - We offer all of our full-time employees in serviceable areas free digital TV and internet.
  • Discount tickets for Universal Resorts, including theme park tickets and onsite hotel rooms.

Reasonable Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

Disclaimer

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.

Education

A Bachelor's Degree is preferred, but Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Relevant Work Experience

5-7 Years of professional software development experience in enterprise environments.

Pay Range

$114,985.89 - $172,478.83

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