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Broadcast Infrastructure Systems Engineer
full-timeSterling

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Sterling

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full-time

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About this role

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role...

Global Broadcast Engineering provides technological infrastructure and operational support to for the company’s global linear playout platform to ensure our global audiences can enjoy Warner Bros. Discovery's programming around the world and across platforms.  Warner Bros. Discovery is a leading global media and entertainment company and is available in more than 220 countries & territories and 50 languages.

Global Broadcast Engineering is building technology and systems that meet world class standards for which Warner Bros. Discovery is known.  We provide 24/7 support for the Global Broadcast Operations team and fulfill business needs through constant innovation. We have personnel in Sterling, VA, Atlanta, GA and London, UK.

The role is a leading member of the Global Broadcast Engineering team. This position will execute all aspects of infrastructure engineering and live on-air events.  This person will ensure proper state of all playout infrastructure, coordinate regular maintenance, and perform necessary upgrades. This person will work jointly with Broadcast Engineering, Broadcast Operations, and network clients to realize all the requirements of each event. Must be able to balance technical requirements with creative desires and provide a solid and comprehensive production plan.

Your Role Accountabilities...

  • Alignment of technology roadmaps with different business units and technology teams.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively to complete requests in a timely manner.
  • Ability to perform well in a high-pressure environment and prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Must have strong leadership skills and the willingness to lead by example.
  • Work with a team of engineers and operators in a collaborative, team-oriented environment, coordinate regular maintenance & necessary upgrades, and address critical problems through to resolution.
  • Serve as primary interface for Global Broadcast Engineering with Operations & network clients on all live events.
  • Travel may be required.
  • Other job duties, responsibilities, and project assignments as necessary. Ability to work any shift schedule.
  • This position is considered an essential position. This means that during times of inclement weather, emergencies, or when access to the workplace may be impeded, that employees in this position are expected to report to work to support business continuance, unless otherwise instructed by his/her direct manager.
  • Must have the legal right to work in the United States.

Qualifications & Experiences...

  • BA/BS in IT, Engineering or similar technical degree or equivalent TV & Media industry experience.
  • Understanding of video and audio signals and standards.
  • Strong skills with network protocols, standards, and policies.
  • Basic understanding of AWS architectures and methodologies.
  • Strong work ethic and positive attitude with ability to lead and handle high volume projects.
  • Superior organizational skills with a high degree of flexibility, attention to detail, and ability to respond to changing priorities, timelines, and deadlines.
  • Self-learner, independent, with outstanding problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize effectively.
  • Ability to read and understand technical drawings.

Specialized Experience Preferred

  • IP Networking & Ethernet Connectivity: Strong understanding of TCP/IP, UDP, RTP, VLANs, and multicast protocols.
  • IP Audio/Video Standards: Familiarity with both compressed and uncompressed formats, including H.264, H.265, NDI, and SMPTE ST 2110.
  • Transport Stream Protection: Experience with IP-based Audio/Video Networks and protocols such as RIST and SMPTE 2022-7 for reliable media transport.
  • Large-Scale IP Video & Control Systems: Experience in designing, deploying, and maintaining IP video and control systems for large-scale networks.
  • Data & Log Analysis: Proficiency with the ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) for system monitoring, data visualization, and troubleshooting.
  • Scripting & Automation: Strong skills in Python for automation, data processing, and workflow optimization.
  • Engineering Hardware & Software Support: Hands-on experience with the following vendors and product lines:
    • Evertz: SDVN/Magnum, VUE/Reflex, NMS/Vistalink, Hardware
    • Ateme: TITAN Live
    • Sencore: VB330 & VBC
    • TAG: MCM & MCS

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

Other facts

Tech stack
Video Signals,Audio Signals,Network Protocols,AWS Architectures,Problem-Solving,Leadership,Collaboration,IP Networking,Ethernet Connectivity,IP Audio/Video Standards,Transport Stream Protection,Large-Scale IP Video,Data Analysis,Scripting,Automation,Engineering Support

About Warner Bros. Discovery

WARNER BROS. is a global leader in all forms of entertainment and their related businesses across all current and emerging media and platforms. A WarnerMedia Company, the fully integrated, broad-based Studio is home to one of the most successful collections of brands in the world and stands at the forefront of every aspect of the entertainment industry from feature film, television and home entertainment production and worldwide distribution to DVD and Blu-ray, digital distribution, animation, comic books, video games, product and brand licensing, and broadcasting. The company’s vast library, one of the most prestigious and valuable in the world, consists of more than 61,000 hours of programming, including nearly 6,500 feature films and 3,000 television programs comprised of tens of thousands of individual episodes.

Warner Bros. has employees in over 30 countries. The company is headquartered at the Warner Bros. Studios lot, 142 acres in Burbank, California, which is considered one of the foremost motion picture and television production and post-production facilities in the world and is also home to 35 soundstages (including one of the world’s tallest stages, which has an in-ground tank capable of holding more than two million gallons of water). Warner Bros. Studio Facilities also manages the company’s studio in the U.K., Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, which is a 160-acre production facility that has been the production site of many highly acclaimed Warner Bros. movies including the eight Harry Potter films.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Entertainment Providers

What you'll do

  • The Broadcast Infrastructure Systems Engineer will execute all aspects of infrastructure engineering and live on-air events, ensuring the proper state of all playout infrastructure. They will coordinate regular maintenance and perform necessary upgrades while working with various teams to meet event requirements.

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What does a Broadcast Infrastructure Systems Engineer do at Warner Bros. Discovery?

As a Broadcast Infrastructure Systems Engineer at Warner Bros. Discovery, you will: the Broadcast Infrastructure Systems Engineer will execute all aspects of infrastructure engineering and live on-air events, ensuring the proper state of all playout infrastructure. They will coordinate regular maintenance and perform necessary upgrades while working with various teams to meet event requirements..

Why join Warner Bros. Discovery as a Broadcast Infrastructure Systems Engineer?

Warner Bros. Discovery is a leading Entertainment Providers company.

Is the Broadcast Infrastructure Systems Engineer position at Warner Bros. Discovery remote?

The Broadcast Infrastructure Systems Engineer position at Warner Bros. Discovery is based in Sterling, Virginia, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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