Paramount · 1 week ago
Sr Technical Engineer - Production Services
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $135K/yr
3+ years expParamount is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. They are seeking a Senior Technical Engineer - Production Services to provide expert hardware and software support for mission-critical computer systems used in broadcast events, ensuring reliability and performance across various platforms.
Digital EntertainmentEventsMedia and Entertainment
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex issues affecting broadcast systems, including digital video/audio servers, graphics and editing platforms, teleprompters, automation, and network infrastructure
Lead technical operations during major broadcast events, providing hands-on support and rapid problem resolution to ensure uninterrupted service
Work with broadcast, production, and IT teams to identify requirements, communicate technical information, and coordinate solutions
Administer and maintain network systems, including configuration, monitoring, and documentation of broadcast-related IT infrastructure
Implement and support IT technologies integrated with broadcast workflows, ensuring compliance with industry standards and organizational policies
Deliver high-quality customer service to internal users and external partners, addressing technical inquiries and calling out issues as appropriate
Document troubleshooting procedures, system configurations, and incident reports to support knowledge sharing and regulatory compliance
Participate in on-call rotations and shift work, providing technical coverage during critical broadcast windows and supporting remote event locations as needed
Qualification
Required
3+ years' experience working with commonly used IT technologies in broadcast facilities, such as networking, servers, and virtual machines (VMs)
Knowledgeable on industry cabling standards such as fiber, coax, Cat5/6
Working knowledge of Windows, MacOS, iOS, and Linux
Understanding of SQL, Signiant/Aspera, ENPS, and ENCO, highly desirable
Working with both studio and remote live productions is desirable
Ability to communicate effectively
Knowledge of Audio, Video, Control Systems, Fiber-Optics, and MPEG broadcast distribution systems preferred
Ability to generate and update system documentation
Ability to conform to Paramount Global security policies, initiatives, and compliance reporting
Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, Lucid Chart, AutoCAD
Knowledge of network administration- routers/switches, subnetting, VLAN's
Preferred
Advanced technical degree (Bachelor's or higher) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Industry certifications are strongly preferred (e.g., Cisco CCNA/CCNP, CompTIA Network+, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert, SBE Certified Broadcast Technologist)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) plan
Life insurance coverage
Disability benefits
Tuition assistance program
PTO
Company
Paramount
Paramount is a leading media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. It is a sub-organization of Paramount Pictures.
10001+ employees
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