Principal DOCSIS QA Engineer – Automation Focus at Comcast

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
Telecommunications, Media, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Deep expertise in DOCSIS and PON technologies
  • Exceptional Python programming skills, including designing and developing complex automation logic and frameworks
  • Strong experience in test automation frameworks
  • Experience working with Ubuntu/Linux environments and comfort with CLI-based tools and scripting
  • Proficiency with test tools such as Ixia, ByteBlower, and general traffic simulation platforms
  • Solid understanding of networking concepts
  • Strong cross-functional communication and coordination skills for collaborating with internal teams (e.g., chief engineering, manual QA) and external stakeholders (e.g., remote Harmonic team)
  • Strong analytical and debugging skills for troubleshooting complex system issues
  • Experience in Agile ceremonies, integrating QA into DevOps pipelines, and shift-left testing approach
  • Ability to mentor junior team members and promote QA best practices

Responsibilities

  • Act as a key contributor in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and reliable DOCSIS/PON-based applications
  • Collaborate remotely with the Harmonic team, chief engineering teams, and manual QA teams to gather test requirements and translate them into automated test cases
  • Design, develop, and maintain Python-based test automation scripts leveraging internal automation frameworks
  • Lead or contribute to the development and enhancement of modular, scalable automation frameworks that support both functional and integration testing
  • Manage operational quality and contribute to the Core Virtualization project by applying robust testing methodologies and practices
  • Troubleshoot complex system issues
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies, integrate QA into DevOps pipelines, and ensure a shift-left approach to testing
  • Operate in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, actively mentoring junior team members and promoting best practices in QA
  • Design and execute test environments for Quality Assurance Engineers
  • Test products, software, and web applications to ensure quality and successful roll-out
  • Assist in managing project teams, developing test strategies, and designing quality assurance practices
  • Lead Engineering teams in investigation processes, including identifying, reproducing, and resolving defects, bugs, or problems
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior Engineers

Skills

DOCSIS
QA
Automation
Test Automation
Quality Assurance
Test Environment Design
Defect Investigation
Test Strategy
Software Testing
Web Application Testing

Comcast

Comcast Corporation is a global media and technology company.

About Comcast

Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters
1963Year Founded
$42.3MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Unlimited Paid Time Off

Risks

Competition from streaming services impacts Comcast's traditional cable TV business.
5G technology enables new competitors in the broadband market, threatening Comcast's market share.
Consumer scrutiny of data caps and pricing could lead to reputational damage.

Differentiation

Comcast's acquisition of Nitel enhances its managed services offerings in the enterprise sector.
Comcast's digital equity grants highlight its commitment to corporate social responsibility.
Comcast's involvement in rural broadband initiatives opens new markets and customer bases.

Upsides

Comcast's $150M investment in Rio Rancho boosts internet speed and connectivity.
Transform Wealth LLC's investment indicates confidence in Comcast's financial health.
Comcast's expansion efforts could lead to increased customer satisfaction and retention.

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