Director of RDK Broadband Engineering

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Job Summary

About RDK & RDK Broadband RDK is an open-source middleware software stack that powers set-top boxes, Wi Fi routers, and broadband gateways used by leading operators around the world. The RDK project (https://rdkcentral.com/) is deployed in millions of devices and supported by major telcos and cable operators and is open sourced at github.com/rdkcentral. RDK Broadband (RDK B) provides a unified, open platform for broadband gateways and Wi Fi routers, enabling operators and partners to deliver consistent, high-quality connected home experiences at scale. The RDK team focuses on running RDK as an open-source project, running technology governance, maintaining periodic software release cycles and integrations on reference hardware platforms.

Job Description

What You’ll Do

Lead the RDK Broadband Engineering Team

• Lead the team delivering open-source annual and quarterly RDK‑B code releases.
• Drive delivery of high‑priority initiatives, including:
  • EasyMesh features and Wi‑Fi mesh integration
  • Periodic Yocto upgrades and build system modernization
  • ARM SystemReady enablement and compliance
• Provide regular status updates, delivery metrics, and risk assessments to senior leadership.
• Ensure strong software architecture, design integrity, and code quality for all RDK‑B releases.

Own Release Execution & Quality

• Oversee planning, estimation, and execution for:
  • New feature development
  • Maintenance updates
• Partner with Release Engineering and QA to:
  • Define and enforce CI/CD pipelines and automation strategies
  • Establish quality gates (unit, integration, regression, performance, stability)
• Ensure predictable, high‑quality releases that meet operator SLAs, cross‑operator compatibility, and internal quality standards.
• Continuously improve build systems, branching strategies, and release practices for RDK‑B and associated components.

Lead & Grow a Global Engineering Organization

• Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of engineering managers, tech leads, and individual contributors across development, integration, test, and release.
• Set clear goals, expectations, and accountability for delivery and quality.
• Build a culture of ownership, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Foster strong collaboration with Product, Program Management, Release Engineering, QA, and ecosystem partners.

Run Open-Source Technology Governance and Collaboration

• Work closely with Technology Leaders from across the industry eliciting feedback and driving towards technology alignment
• Manage the RDK Technology Advisory Board (RTAB) for Broadband in close partnership with the RTAB Chair and co-chair.
• Help shape RTAB meeting agendas, ensuring relevant topics and stakeholders are represented.
• Actively participate in RTAB discussions, providing technical and delivery perspectives.
• Align on RDK Broadband strategy, roadmap priorities, and technology direction.
• Champion open, collaborative development across the RDK community to reduce fragmentation and accelerate innovation.

Own the RDK Broadband Roadmap

• Work with the RTAB and ecosystem partners to define the RDK‑B feature roadmap.
• Balance operator needs, industry standards, security, performance, and long‑term platform evolution.
• Ensure the roadmap is documented, published, and communicated widely within the industry.
• Translate roadmap priorities into concrete engineering plans, release timelines, and resourcing.

What You Bring

Must‑Have Qualifications

• 15+ years in software engineering, including 5+ years in senior engineering leadership roles (Senior Manager, Director, or equivalent).
• Proven experience delivering software for broadband gateways, Wi‑Fi routers, CPE devices, or embedded networking systems.
• Strong background in embedded Linux, ideally including:
  • Yocto‑based build systems
  • System integration and BSPs
• Hands‑on experience with C/C++ (and/or similar system languages) and modern engineering practices.
• Demonstrated ownership of end‑to‑end release lifecycle (planning, execution, quality, and cross‑org coordination).
• Experience leading global, distributed engineering teams.
• Comfort engaging with senior leadership, presenting status and risks, and influencing decisions.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD, automated testing, and DevOps practices.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.

Nice to Have

• Direct experience with RDK‑B, OpenWRT or similar routing middleware
• Knowledge of:
  • EasyMesh and Wi‑Fi mesh networking standards
  • DOCSIS, PON, Fixed Wireless or other broadband access technologies
• Experience contributing to or leading open-source projects and communities.
• Familiarity with device security (secure boot, hardening, patch management) and performance optimization for connected devices.
• Prior involvement in industry forums, working groups, or technical advisory boards.

Why Join

• Directly influence the direction of the RDK Broadband platform used by major operators and partners worldwide.
• Work at the heart of a high‑impact open-source ecosystem (RDK) with strong industry engagement.
• Lead a high‑caliber global engineering team delivering software that powers millions of homes.
• Opportunity to shape Core RDK alignment and help unlock scale, consistency, and innovation across the ecosystem.

Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Skills:

Embedded Linux; Router Software; Open Source Software Development; C (Programming Language); Engineering Management; People Management; Broadband Technologies

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Education

Bachelor's Degree

While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Relevant Work Experience

15 Years +