Immediate Hiring: Experienced Full Stack Media Engineer II – Web & Cloud Application Development for Live Media Production and Distribution Environments

**Job Summary:** We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Media Engineer II to join our team in Charlotte, NC, USA. As a key member of our Engineering Services team, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient sustainment, uptime, and overall stability of our live media production and distribution environments. If you have a passion for media engineering, a strong background in electrical engineering, computer science, or equivalent major, and a proven track record of troubleshooting and sustainment, we want to hear from you. **About Us:** Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology (DEE) is a leading provider of entertainment and sports content to consumers worldwide. Our Engineering Services team is responsible for aligning technology, content, and distribution platforms to expand our global footprint and deliver world-class, personalized entertainment experiences to consumers around the world. We are committed to innovation, excellence, and customer satisfaction, and we are seeking talented individuals like you to join our team. **Responsibilities and Duties:** As a Full Stack Media Engineer II, you will be responsible for: * Responding to and resolving issues that affect production, broadcast, and content distribution across multiple DEE networks, including system outages, malfunctions, and related technical problems. * Utilizing system health and performance monitoring software and platforms to troubleshoot and participate in repairing system problems and failures. * Analyzing and troubleshooting streaming audio/video signals in traditional SDI and IP 2110 essence flow routing environments. * Analyzing and troubleshooting cloud platforms as necessary. * Managing third-party service providers by enforcing the agreed-upon scope of services within the various signed service agreements. * Selecting, training, motivating, and evaluating technical staff; providing or coordinating staff training; working with employees to correct deficiencies; implementing discipline procedures. * Specifying and procuring equipment, supplies, and materials for media technology systems within budget guidelines; receiving and maintaining equipment and supplies. * Developing long-range plans for future media technology needs, including capital improvements, to enhance production and distribution capabilities. * Assisting in the development and implementation of policies and procedures regarding technology facilities with a focus on maximizing the integration of all systems to meet business, marketing, and entertainment goals. * Providing operational support of all activities related to operating, maintaining, and programming the audio and video production/distribution systems across the enterprise and other connected properties. * Performing upgrades to system hardware and software workflows under the supervision of a more experienced engineer or supervisor. * Performing and coordinating preventative maintenance on all broadcast systems and equipment to ensure optimum broadcast performance. * Participating in complex engineering projects at the direction of more experienced engineers. * Reviewing, maintaining, and contributing to system/workflow documentation. * Participating in training and development objectives; conducting peer training and development sessions. **Minimum Qualifications:** * Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or equivalent major, and/or equivalent work experience. * 3+ years of previous and relevant experience in ensuring efficient sustainment, uptime, and overall stability of the technical environments of live media production and distribution environments. * Proficient with technologies like microservices, DevOps tools, design principles, practices, standards, and guidelines. * Scripting proficiency will be an advantage (Python, NodeJS, Bash, PowerShell). * Proficient in SMPTE standards for broadcast television and video production/streaming environments. With a current certification such as not limited to ST 292M, ST 424M, ST 2110, ST 2059, IEE1588, ST 2022-7, SCTE-104, etc. * Knowledge and experience with on-prem and cloud-based storage and compute infrastructure platforms and current technological offerings. At least one foundational cloud certification required, including but not limited to Microsoft Certified: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, CompTIA Cloud+, AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate. * Knowledge and experience with compression techniques such as MPEG2/4, HEVC, JPEG 2000, and JPEG XS. * Knowledge and experience with Evertz software control systems such as frame control via VistaLink or Magnum, EQX/EXE routers, and their monitoring software VLPRO, SDVN, VIP, VUE, MVP. * Knowledge and experience with major media systems and the vendors that supply them in areas such as asset management systems, file-based workflows, media acquisition, transcoding/encoding, graphics, and NAS/SAN technologies. * Knowledge and experience with Nielsen (NACAT), VANC equipment, Linear Acoustics, and other related systems. * Knowledge and experience with coordinated receiver decoders IRDs, core devices, edge devices, timing of video and audio systems, audio, and video media file formats are a plus. * Ability to create, read, and interpret AutoCAD and other technical drawing/documentation tools. * Proven troubleshooting and sustaining in one or more of the following: + IP-based broadcast equipment including routers, switchers, audio boards, signal processers, encoder/decoder, video scalers, playback systems, etc. + Studio technology includes video walls, cameras, VR set technology, image processing systems, touch screens, lighting, etc. + File-based workflows like enterprise Media Asset Management systems (Cloud-based Cloud Compute or Local Network-based) including storage, compute, encode, and distribution. + Production control systems such as Imagine Communications or Grass Valley automation systems, Avid, Adobe, Viz, Dalet, Riedel trunking, Lawo, Calrec, Evertz, Ross, and others. + Transmission systems such as RF (Radio Frequency), Satellite Distribution, Fiber Distribution, etc. + Proven track record for troubleshooting and sustainment knowledge of AWS Infrastructures and other cloud-based technologies including S3/Glacier storage and cloud compute (EC2) services. **Preferred Qualifications:** * Master's Degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or equivalent major. * 5+ years of previous and relevant experience in ensuring efficient sustainment, uptime, and overall stability of the technical environments of live media production and distribution environments. * Experience with cloud-based technologies such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. * Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes. * Experience with DevOps tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, or CircleCI. * Experience with cloud-based storage and compute infrastructure platforms such as AWS S3, Azure Blob Storage, or Google Cloud Storage. * Experience with compression techniques such as MPEG2/4, HEVC, JPEG 2000, and JPEG XS. * Experience with Evertz software control systems such as frame control via VistaLink or Magnum, EQX/EXE routers, and their monitoring software VLPRO, SDVN, VIP, VUE, MVP. * Experience with major media systems and the vendors that supply them in areas such as asset management systems, file-based workflows, media acquisition, transcoding/encoding, graphics, and NAS/SAN technologies. * Experience with Nielsen (NACAT), VANC equipment, Linear Acoustics, and other related systems. * Experience with coordinated receiver decoders IRDs, core devices, edge devices, timing of video and audio systems, audio, and video media file formats are a plus. * Ability to create, read, and interpret AutoCAD and other technical drawing/documentation tools. **What We Offer:** * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Opportunity to work with a leading provider of entertainment and sports content to consumers worldwide. * Collaborative and dynamic work environment. * Professional development and growth opportunities. * Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options. * Access to cutting-edge technology and tools. * Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance. **How to Apply:** If you are a motivated and experienced Full Stack Media Engineer II looking for a new challenge, please submit your application without delay. 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