Media Engineer

Location: Seattle, WA
Category: Software Development
Employment Type: Contract
Work Location: On-Site
Job ID: 35712
Date Added: 06/11/2025
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Senior Media Engineer – Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Media Engineer to support, maintain, and enhance systems involved in the acquisition, production, and distribution of media content across both traditional broadcast and IP-based environments. This role sits at the intersection of hardware and software, requiring hands-on experience with media workflows, system troubleshooting, cloud platforms, and broadcast standards.

? Schedule & Location:
Onsite in Bristol, CT
Sunday–Tuesday: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Key Responsibilities

  • Respond to and resolve issues across playout, production, post-production, and distribution systems.

  • Help upgrade IPTV boxes in campus production areas.

  • Contribute to RF and transmission-related projects.

  • Monitor system health and performance; apply software patches and updates.

  • Troubleshoot SDI and IP-based video/audio signals (e.g., ST 2110).

  • Support and maintain cloud and virtual environments.

  • Perform preventive maintenance on production and distribution systems.

  • Participate in documentation, system upgrades, and cross-functional engineering projects.

  • Provide training and collaborate with vendors and third-party service providers.

  • Assist in long-range planning and capital improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in live production, media engineering, or broadcast environments.

  • Strong troubleshooting skills with video/audio, IP broadcast workflows, and cloud platforms.

  • Hands-on experience with SMPTE standards (ST 2110, ST 2059, ST 292M, etc.).

  • Familiarity with scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell) and DevOps tools.

  • Certified or experienced with AWS, Azure, or other cloud services.

  • Strong understanding of compression formats (MPEG2/4, HEVC, JPEG2000).

  • Experience with media control systems like Evertz, Imagine, Ross, Lawo, and Viz.

  • Ability to interpret AutoCAD and other technical documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with RF, fiber, and satellite transmission systems.

  • Familiarity with Media Asset Management systems and post-production workflows.

  • Working knowledge of AWS infrastructure (EC2, S3) and monitoring tools like Datadog or CloudWatch.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

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