Staff Systems Engineer, C++/Python

NBCUniversal

Develop crucial software using C++ for machine learning and computer vision at NBCUniversal. Collaborate with teams to generate 3D models and work with large-scale geospatial data.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $220,000 - $260,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

UnixUnreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement core machine-learning/computer vision and (inverse-)procedural modeling algorithms in C++
Apply cutting-edge research in machine learning, computer vision, and computer graphics
Work closely with leadership to understand high-level product vision and customer requirements
Utilize Git for effective source code management
Deploy and test code on large scale geospatial datasets
Interact with remote machines via a Unix shell

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
5+ years of relevant industry experience in a fast paced, high growth tech environment
Team-oriented and collaborative approach with demonstrated aptitude and willingness to learn
Strong communication skills with ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
Experience in designing and building high-performance, efficient systems using C++
Familiarity with modern C++
Mathematical background covering linear algebra, probability, and geometry is helpful
Experience with Git, Mercurial or other DVCs is preferred
Confidence in a Unix shell environment (e.g. bash)
Problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Experience in game technology with expertise in areas such as Unreal Engine, C++, computational geometry, and computer graphics

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
401(k)
paid leave
tuition reimbursement
variety of other discounts and perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

C++ ProgrammingMachine LearningComputer VisionProcedural ModelingGeospatial Data ProcessingComputational GeometryMathematicsGame TechnologyHigh-Performance SystemsModern C++

Soft Skills

Team-OrientedCollaborative ApproachStrong Communication SkillsProblem-SolvingAttention to Detail