Director, Media Solutions

Paramount; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Generous PTO

On-site & virtual events

Life at Paramount

Job summary

Paramount is seeking a Media Solutions Engineer to design and protect broadcast and streaming workflows powering linear, VOD, FAST and OTT platforms. You will be a hands-on architect and SME at the intersection of engineering, compliance and revenue protection, shaping how content, metadata and monetisation systems work together across the business.

The role requires deep expert knowledge of broadcasting systems and end-to-end workflows, with a focus on protecting revenue-critical pipelines and

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a linear broadcasting SME across global/public service broadcasters.
• 10+ years in VOD/OTT tech including ad-supported delivery.
• Strong background in solution architecture and systems integration (APIs).
• Understanding of PSB constraints and regulatory obligations to protect revenue.
• Proven ability to resolve high-pressure operational issues quickly.
• Excellent communication across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborative, practical, and detail‑oriented with good judgement on tech trade-offs.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end solutions across linear, VOD, FAST, OTT and metadata workflows.
• Document architectures for playout, MAM, scheduling, ad‑tech and compliance systems.
• Act as senior SME on linear and VOD broadcasting; advise on system behaviour and constraints.
• Provide 3rd‑line support during incidents affecting revenue/ad‑tech performance.
• Diagnose issues in ad classification, insertion, platform matching and monetisation.
• Collaborate with operations, ad‑sales and tech teams to improve workflows.
• Lead or contribute to proofs‑of‑concept and testing before wider rollout.
• Support delivery teams through testing, go‑live and hyper‑care.
• Communicate diagrams and impact assessments clearly to stakeholders.

Skills

Broadcasting SME

VOD/OTT tech

APIs & integration

PSB/regulatory knowledge

Incident troubleshooting

Stakeholder communication

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

MAM systems

Playout systems

Ad-tech platforms

Job description

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?

We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

Is this the role for you?

Channel 5 is looking for a Media Solutions Engineer to design and protect the broadcast and streaming workflows that power our linear, VOD, FAST and OTT platforms. This is a hands‑on architecture and subject matter expert role, sitting at the intersection of engineering, compliance and revenue protection — you’ll shape how content, metadata and monetisation systems work together across the business.

What will you be doing?

• Design end-to-end solutions across linear broadcast, VOD, FAST, OTT and metadata workflows, keeping streaming and linear platforms consistent
• Document technical architectures for playout, MAM, scheduling, ad‑tech and compliance systems
• Act as senior subject matter expert on linear and VOD broadcasting, advising on system behaviour, integration constraints and risk
• Provide specialist 3rd‑line support during incidents affecting revenue, ad‑tech performance or contractual obligations
• Diagnose issues affecting ad classification, insertion, platform matching and monetisation
• Partner with operations, ad‑sales and technology teams to find inefficiencies and design improvements
• Lead or contribute to proofs‑of‑concept, testing new approaches before wider rollout
• Support delivery teams through testing, go‑live and hyper‑care
• Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders through diagrams, impact assessments and documentation

What are we looking for?

Essential

• Significant experience as a linear broadcasting subject matter expert, ideally across global and public service broadcaster environments, with deep knowledge of Broadcast Management Systems and complex content/metadata workflows
• 10+ years in VOD/OTT technology, including ad-supported delivery (AVOD/BVOD)
• Strong background in solution architecture, systems integration (including APIs) and change delivery
• Solid understanding of PSB constraints and regulatory obligations, with the ability to protect revenue-critical workflows
• Track record of resolving complex, high-pressure operational issues quickly and accurately
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to flex your style across audiences
• A collaborative, practical and detail‑focused approach, with sound judgement on technical trade‑offs

Desirable

• Experience with broadcast management applications (e.g. Mediagenix WhatsOn) and MAM, compliance or playout systems
• Comfortable using AI tools to boost productivity
• Experience defining cross‑platform workflows that treat streaming and linear equally
• Strong documentation skills — architecture diagrams, impact assessments, technical writing

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

What We Offer:

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on‑site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on‑screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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