Transform the Future of Media: Senior Media Systems Engineer

Join the Pioneers of Innovative Storytelling

Imagine being part of a team that revolutionizes the way people experience their favorite stories. At Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology, we're pushing the boundaries of media innovation, and we're looking for a talented Senior Media Systems Engineer to join our journey.

About the Role:

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the technical implementation of traditional broadcast production systems and cloud-based infrastructure to support content acquisition, production, encoding, decoding, and content distribution across multiple networks.
• Modernize our legacy media production infrastructure systems to incorporate advancements such as SMPTE ST 2110, 4K, UHD HDR, JPEGxs, NDI, ProRes Raw, H.265, AV1, and multi-resolution support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to construct facilities, upgrade equipment, and install systems, including core routing, intercom, playout, distribution systems, non-linear edit systems, graphics, video servers, storage solutions, and automation systems.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and capital planning, forecasting, and estimations, and collaborate with equipment manufacturers and vendors to understand the range of equipment that might be relevant to support broadcasting facilities and operations.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of broadcast engineering experience.
• BS in Engineering or Computer Science, or a minimum of 5 years' experience in broadcast facilities design and documentation.
• Strong understanding of baseband/IP video, audio, and digital compression, transport systems, audio/video encoding/transcoding techniques, and formats.
• Knowledge of file transfer acceleration technologies and techniques.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Working knowledge of DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, HTTP, UDP, SSL, and SNMP.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Perl, Python, Ruby, Shell, C, or C++).
• Familiarity with SMPTE standards for broadcast television and video production/streaming environments.
• Knowledge and experience with on-prem and cloud-based storage and compute infrastructure platforms, file-based workflows, and media systems.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work with a talented team of innovators and pioneers in the media industry.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment that encourages creativity, collaboration, and growth.
• The chance to make a real impact on the future of media and entertainment.

Don't Miss This Opportunity:

If you're passionate about media innovation and have a desire to work with a talented team of professionals, apply now to become our Senior Media Systems Engineer. Don't worry if you don't meet every single requirement – we value a great attitude and a willingness to learn above all.