Chief Engineer/Broadcast, IT Operations
Core
Lead Engineering and Broadcast IT Departments to oversee 24/7 operations, bridging traditional broadcast engineering with modern IP-based workflows and cloud computing.
Role type
Senior IC Chief Engineer/Broadcast IT Operations Manager
Builds
High-availability broadcast and digital content delivery systems across multiple platforms
Domain
Broadcast television and IT infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Departmental leadership, team management, regulatory compliance (FCC), capital project management, broadcast IT system management, cloud operations, business continuity planning, traditional broadcast equipment maintenance, transmission system troubleshooting, A/V routing oversight
Preferred skills
Cisco CCNA, SBE, SMPTE certifications, Dante digital audio certification
Technologies
AWS, Azure, GCP, HLS, DASH, RTMP, MAM, video servers, routers, storage systems, digital transmitters, microwave equipment
Responsibilities
Manage all operational aspects of Engineering and Broadcast IT Departments; Lead, schedule, and mentor a combined team of IT professionals and broadcast engineers; Make authoritative decisions regarding hiring, evaluations, promotions, and terminations; Manage and maintain all broadcast IT systems including playout, MAM, and IP-based infrastructure; Develop, maintain, and test redundancy systems and business continuity plans; Direct maintenance and troubleshooting of broadcast technology, A/V routing, and transmission systems; Ensure total station adherence to FCC rules and regulations; Partner with corporate leadership to manage engineering and technology capital projects
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities
