Software Engineer (Full Stack), NBC News

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

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NBC News is seeking a Full Stack Developer to join its Innovation team, building the core applications that power next-generation production, automation, and AI-driven storytelling across News, Sports, and Entertainment. This role emphasizes end-to-end software engineering - from architecture and APIs to front-end delivery - serving real-time and data-intensive workflows that support live content creation.

Responsibilities Include:

Application & Systems Development

• Architect, build, and deploy full stack applications supporting live production and content workflows.
• Deliver modular, scalable, and high-availability systems integrating editorial and technical platforms.
• Develop APIs, orchestration logic, and middleware connecting front-end interfaces to enterprise systems.

Data Integration & Automation

• Design and implement data pipelines for real-time and scheduled ingestion (financial, editorial, sports, election).
• Normalize, transform, and synchronize data across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.
• Integrate with internal and third-party APIs to unify access to content and operational datasets.

AI Integration

• Partner with AI research teams and technology vendors to prototype and deploy frontier AI capabilities.
• Operationalize generative and multimodal models that enhance creative workflows and production efficiency.
• Embed AI-driven automation into existing editorial, graphics, and control applications.

Application Engineering

• Develop intuitive, performant front-end interfaces using React, Angular, or Vue.
• Build reliable back-end systems in Node.js, Python, Java, or Golang, using modern API and data standards.
• Implement real-time streaming architectures and event-driven design for live and asynchronous operations.

Collaboration & Innovation

• Work closely with editorial, design, and engineering teams to deliver cross-platform production tools.
• Lead rapid prototyping cycles exploring new technologies and creative workflows.
• Drive operationalization of successful prototypes into robust, supported production systems.

Core Competencies

• Technical Depth: Advanced full stack engineering and system architecture expertise.
• Innovation Mindset: Ability to identify, test, and scale emerging technologies.
• Execution Under Pressure: Delivery of stable, performant systems for live operations.
• Collaboration: Effective communication and partnership across creative and technical disciplines.
• Storytelling Orientation: Focus on enabling technology that amplifies editorial and creative impact.

Requirements/ Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience delivering enterprise-scale full stack applications.
• Advanced skills in front-end frameworks and back-end development
• Strong knowledge of API design, streaming data systems, and cloud architectures.
• Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP, and containerized deployment using
• Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks and experience integrating model-based systems into production workflows.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in media, live production, or data-intensive software systems.
• Knowledge of generative AI, machine learning, or real-time data processing architectures.
• Proven collaboration with AI research teams or enterprise technology partners.
• Experience designing developer-friendly APIs and data interoperability layers across systems.

Additional Requirements:

Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. 

Salary range: $130,000 - 160,000

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.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].