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Broadcast Engineer - Distribution

Tandym TechEnglewood Cliffs, NJ🇺🇸United States

Why this role stands out

You will play a key role in ensuring the reliability of cutting-edge cloud and IP distribution systems for a reputable media organization, offering excellent opportunities for professional growth in a hybrid work environment. This position is ideal for a mid-senior engineer with experience in cloud video distribution and AWS media services who thrives in a collaborative setting. Apply today to contribute to live video workflows and advance your career!

Quick overview

SeniorityMid Senior
Work modeOn Site
LocationEnglewood Cliffs, NJ, United States
Jira

Job description



An established media organization in Northern New Jersey is seeking a Broadcast Engineer, Distribution to support cloud and IP distribution operations for live video workflows.


About the Opportunity:



  • Shift: Day shift

  • Schedule: Monday to Friday

  • Hours: Standard business

  • Setting: 5 days a week onsite


Responsibilities:



  • Own the reliability and performance of cloud and IP distribution systems across the full delivery chain

  • Design, deploy, and maintain workflows using AWS media services, including media transport, playout, packaging, and delivery tools

  • Monitor distribution quality and resolve technical issues before they affect live air or downstream platforms

  • Support installations, upgrades, migrations, and architecture improvements for distribution systems

  • Partner with engineering, operations, and vendors to troubleshoot issues, document procedures, and support live events


Qualifications:



  • 3+ years of experience owning cloud or IP video distribution systems in a broadcast, streaming, or media environment

  • Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent hands-on experience.

  • Hands-on experience with Amagi cloud playout and distribution

  • Hands-on experience with Nevion IP media transport and/or TAG Video Systems monitoring

  • Working experience with AWS media services, including MediaConnect, MediaLive, MediaPackage, and CloudFront

  • Working knowledge of broadcast signal flow, IP networking fundamentals, and system monitoring

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work directly with engineering and vendor stakeholders during live operations

  • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, 24/7 live production environment


Desired Skills:



  • Experience with SMPTE 2110 environments

  • Prior exposure to satellite uplink, RF, or fiber transport operations

  • Experience supporting distribution for major live news or sports events

  • Familiarity with cloud cost optimization for media workloads

  • Experience mentoring junior engineers

  • Experience with Jira or ServiceNow

  • Experience writing SOPs and runbooks


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