Lead Media Systems Engineer (Supervisory Duties)
Core
Lead a tiered sustainment model for Disney's global media distribution, ensuring uptime and stability for linear and digital video/audio content across acquisition, production, and distribution systems.
Role type
Senior IC Media Systems Engineer with supervisory duties
Builds
Production and distribution infrastructure for Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, and other Disney media properties
Domain
Media Engineering / Broadcast Technology / Cloud Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Broadcast control room equipment integration, SMPTE standards (ST 2110, ST 292M), cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure), media compression (MPEG2/4, HEVC), Evertz software systems, IP-based broadcast troubleshooting, AutoCAD interpretation, team leadership, strategic planning
Preferred skills
Scripting (Python, NodeJS, Bash), Nielsen/NACAT systems, RF/Satellite/Fiber transmission, physical work on raised structures
Technologies
AWS (S3, EC2), Azure, Evertz (VistaLink, Magnum), Imagine Communications, Grass Valley, Avid, Adobe, Viz, Dalet, Riedel, Lawo, Calrec, Ross, SDI, IP 2110, MPEG2/4, HEVC, JPEG 2000, JPEG XS
Responsibilities
Resolve complex system outages and malfunctions in acquisition, production, and distribution; troubleshoot streaming audio/video signals in SDI and IP 2110 environments; lead staff selection, training, and performance evaluation; manage procurement of media technology equipment; develop and implement technology facility policies; perform preventative maintenance on broadcast systems and electromechanical equipment.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory responsibilities
