Mobile Developer

Job description

Responsibilities

Role Purpose
The Mobile Developer will be building and maintaining sports focused applications for iOS or Android to feature live broadcast, video on demand, news, and special event related functionality. On a daily basis, the developer will be coding new features, troubleshooting issues, and working with the project and product team to define future projects. Developers are responsible for constructing best in class mobile sports applications and have the opportunity to work on all facets of mobile application development including integrating with third party video providers, analytics, and APIs.

Responsibilities
·  Work with the product team to design and develop features for iOS or Android applications including NBC Sports, NBC Gold, and Sports Talk
·  Identify, troubleshoot, and fix bugs in existing applications and new code
·  Code, test, and debug code
·  Collaborate with project managers and fellow developers to create technical solutions, estimate work effort, and review feasibility of new features
·  Demonstrate a deep understanding of the iOS or Android platform and ecosystem
·  Educate business stakeholders when new technical advances and features become available
·  Work with other developers to perform code reviews, establish best practices, and continually improve the way the team operates
·  Create bug free, fault tolerant solutions that support a great user experience
Job Number

38380BR
Posting Category

Digital Media
Country

United States
Sub-Business

NBC Sports Group Digital
About Us

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. Join us.
State/Province

Connecticut
Career Level

Experienced
Qualifications/Requirements

Qualifications/Requirements :
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
Minimum one (1) year development experience with iOS and/or Android
Minimum three (3) years' of software development experience
Proficient in Java, Objective-C and Swift
Previous work on an application submitted and published in the Google Play Store or the App Store

Additional Qualifications
Ability to communicate, collaborate, and work with a team that spans multiple groups and divisions of a large company
Meticulous attention to detail and quality
Capable of managing multiple streams of work simultaneously
Ability to discuss ideas and project status clearly with non-technical team members
Deep passion for mobile software development
Demonstrated ability to write well structured, maintainable code
Solid understanding of the architecture and structure of iOS and/or Android applications
Ability to execute in a fast paced, date driven, live broadcast environment

Eligibility Requirements
Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered (note job #: )
Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be 18 years or older
It is the policy of NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal' s affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Desired Characteristics

Desired Characteristics :
Application development experience with Swift
Experience in video streaming of live or on-demand video
Working knowledge of implementing mobile analytics
Android development experience
Experience working in self-organizing/agile teams
Experience working with distributed teams and 3rd party companies in the development of mobile applications
City

Stamford
Notices

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. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.