Anthropic · 6 hours ago
IT Engineering - Audiovisual Broadcast Engineer
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$225K/yr - $275K/yr
7+ years expAnthropic is a public benefit corporation focused on creating safe and beneficial AI systems. The AV Broadcast Engineer will lead technical execution for global events, ensuring high-quality audio and video production, while also contributing to the long-term vision of the audiovisual team.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Foundational AIGenerative AIInformation TechnologyMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Serve as primary technical escalation point for the events team during complex productions and technical challenges
Design and optimize audio and video systems for event spaces including DSP configuration, microphone placement, and camera configurations
Troubleshoot sophisticated technical issues requiring deep understanding of signal paths, network architecture, and system integration
Oversee and mentor events team members on technical best practices, equipment operation, and troubleshooting methodologies
Manage relationships with AV integrators for system upgrades, installations, and complex technical support
Work collaboratively with onsite events team to ensure seamless technical execution and successful event outcomes
Consult and design technical setups for events ranging from intimate executive presentations to company-wide broadcasts
Coordinate with event stakeholders to translate production goals into technical solutions and equipment requirements
Drive global event support efforts, ensuring consistent technical standards and knowledge sharing across office locations
Oversee preventative maintenance programs for event spaces, ensuring engineering-level diagnostics and procedures are followed
Optimize existing AV systems through firmware updates, DSP tuning, camera tuning, network configuration, and equipment calibration
Delegate hands-on maintenance tasks to onsite technicians as appropriate while maintaining oversight and quality control
Maintain and test inventory of professional event equipment including wireless microphones, cameras, and portable production gear
Identify systemic issues requiring architectural improvements and collaborate with AV Engineering team on solutions
Contribute to architectural decisions for broadcast studios, streaming infrastructure, and event technology across global offices
Collaborate with AV Engineering team on standardization of broadcast workflows, equipment specifications, and technical requirements
Provide technical input on office expansion projects requiring event spaces or broadcast capabilities
Document engineering standards, system designs, and technical specifications for global deployment
Qualification
Required
7+ years of hands-on experience in broadcast engineering, live sound reinforcement, or technical event production
Deep technical expertise in audio DSP, microphone techniques, and acoustic optimization for speech
Strong knowledge of video broadcast systems including camera operations, signal flow, and multi-camera production
Ability to operate as both the engineer solving complex problems and the technical director calling shots during live productions
Ability to build relationships with stakeholders, translating technical concepts into business value
Ownership of technical quality end-to-end, from system design through live execution
Strive for excellence in every production while maintaining pragmatic judgment about what's achievable within constraints
Thrive in environments requiring both strategic thinking and hands-on problem-solving in fast moving environment
Collaborative engineering mindset while confidently making technical decisions under pressure
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
Preferred
Q-SYS DSP platforms with experience in audio routing, processing, and control logic
Broadcast video switchers such as Blackmagic ATEM, Ross Carbonite, or NewTek TriCaster
Large-format digital audio mixing consoles such as Yamaha DM7, CL/QL series, or similar professional platforms
Professional broadcast camera systems including PTZ cameras, camera control units, and multi-camera workflows
Video conferencing integration and optimization including Google Meet, Zoom Rooms, and hybrid meeting technologies
Live streaming architectures including encoders, CDNs, and platform-specific optimization
Network fundamentals for AV-over-IP including multicast, VLANs, QoS, and bandwidth management
Project leadership or technical direction for corporate broadcasts, conferences, or large-scale productions
Contributing to technical specifications, system designs, or infrastructure planning in previous roles
Benefits
Optional equity donation matching
Generous vacation and parental leave
Flexible working hours
Company
Anthropic
Anthropic is an AI research company that focuses on the safety and alignment of AI systems with human values.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (105)
2024 (13)
2023 (3)
2022 (4)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$33.74BKey Investors
Fidelity,ICONIQ Capital,Lightspeed Venture PartnersLightspeed Venture PartnersGoogle
2025-09-02Series F· $13B
2025-05-16Debt Financing· $2.5B
2025-03-03Series E· $3.5B
Leadership Team
Dario Amodei
CEO and Co-Founder
Daniela Amodei
President and co-founder
Recent News
2026-02-09
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