Associate Technical Product Owner

Associate Technical Product Owner

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 theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

Role Summary and Purpose

As an Associate Technical Product Owner at NBCUniversal, you will support the development, maintenance, and optimization of live video management systems, encoding platforms, and metadata workflows. This entry-level role is ideal for someone passionate about digital media technology and eager to grow within a fast-paced, innovative environment. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery of live content and accurate metadata across NBCUniversal's streaming platforms.

This is a foundational opportunity to gain hands-on experience in technical product ownership while contributing to the success of high-visibility live events and digital video operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the product lifecycle for live video and encoding platforms, including requirements gathering, testing, and documentation.
• Support the configuration and monitoring of live video workflows and metadata pipelines.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and content teams to ensure accurate and timely metadata delivery.
• Help track and prioritize feature requests, bug reports, and system enhancements.
• Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives as part of an Agile development team.
• Maintain product documentation and user guides for internal stakeholders.
• Monitor system performance and escalate issues as needed to ensure uninterrupted live streaming experiences.
• Contribute to the development of product roadmaps and release plans under the guidance of the Technical Product Owner.
• Apply analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and identify opportunities for workflow improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Media Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong interest in digital video technologies, live streaming, and metadata systems.
• Basic understanding of video encoding, streaming protocols, and content management systems is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools like Jira or Confluence is a plus.

Preferred Traits

• Eagerness to learn and grow in a technical product management role.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Passion for media, entertainment, and emerging technologies.

Passion for improving operational tools and employee 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: $65,000 - $75,000.

Additional Information

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.