Senior Media Systems Engineer

Formula One; Biggin Hill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport organization in Biggin Hill is looking for a Media IT Technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot media production systems. The candidate should have an HND or equivalent in Broadcast/Media/IT, experience in live broadcast environments, and proficiency in handling critical Media IT systems. This role offers a dynamic work environment with benefits including private healthcare, enhanced family leave, and opportunities for personal growth and training.

Benefits

Private Healthcare scheme

25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days

Discount on F1 merchandise

Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• HND or equivalent in Broadcast/Media/IT or equivalent industry experience required.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting Media IT systems in live environments is essential.
• High-level literacy across Windows, Linux, and macOS is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain media production systems at the Media & Technology Centre.
• Provide engineering support during live race events.
• Prepare costings for upgrades and produce reports as needed.

Skills

Media IT systems maintenance

IP-based infrastructure management

Video contribution protocols

Proficiency in EVS Suite

IT networking principles

Education

HND in Broadcast/Media/IT

Tools

Windows

Linux

macOS

Job description

Are you ready to make your mark in the world of Formula 1?

At Formula 1, we are passionate about delivering the world’s greatest sports and entertainment spectacle leaving a positive legacy wherever we race. Innovation has always been at the heart of what we do ever since our first Grand Prix in 1950. Now, 75 years on, the sport remains a pioneer, developing technologies that have made a significant impact on society beyond the track.

Everything you see on screen or at an event comes via our passionate and dedicated people. Whether its engineering, broadcast, legal, logistics, security, event management, commercial, media rights, marketing, or communications there is always a talented team working to maximise the potential of the sport.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Install, commission and maintain media production systems and workflows, CAR facilities, and remote operations equipment at the Media & Technology Centre in Biggin Hill
• Install, commission and maintain media production and post-production systems in the Trackside Broadcast Centre
• To provide engineering support for all M&T.C media systems and workflows during live race events and during everyday operation
• To travel to Grand Prix events to support media production and post-production workflows, and to facilitate contribution feeds between circuit and M&T.C
• To keep abreast of developments in broadcast, digital and post-production media technologies and consider how these may be incorporated into future solutions
• To prepare costings for upgrades and projects
• To produce reports as required by TV Engineering Group management
• To operate safely at all times in line with Company health and safety requirements.
• To undertake other duties within your capabilities as your manager may assign to you from time to time.
• Act as a technical lead, supporting the development of less experienced team members through knowledge sharing and peer reviews.

What are we looking for?

Essential:

• Qualifications: HND or equivalent in Broadcast/Media/IT or equivalent industry experience
• Experienced in maintaining and troubleshooting critical Media IT systems within live broadcast environments
• Manage and maintain IP-based infrastructure to ensure seamless media storage, contribution, and distribution workflows.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of video servers dedicated to media archiving and high-speed replay.
• Demonstrate expert-level proficiency in the EVS Suite and associated live replay systems to support broadcast operations.
• Proficient in managing high-bandwidth video and audio streaming across LAN and WAN environments.
• High-level literacy across Windows, Linux, and macOS, with hands‑on experience managing virtual machine (VM) systems.
• Solid foundation in IT networking principles, ensuring robust connectivity for media delivery.
• Advanced knowledge of video contribution protocols including RTP, SMPTE 2022/2110, SRT, and Zixi.
• Flexibility in approach to work

Personal Qualities:

• Self‑motivated
• Highly organised
• Focused, thorough, resourceful, flexible
• Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Excellent time management
• Logical, with attention to detail and an ability to see the bigger picture

Why join the force behind the sport?

Joining F1 means becoming part of a team that values innovation, collaboration and personal growth. We offer a dynamic work environment where ideas are heard, and employee contributions truly make an impact. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people to play their role in accelerating the future of the sport. As a member of the F1 team, you will be able to access our amazing benefits:

• Private Healthcare scheme
• Dental Care
• 4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies
• A free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding trains stations near to Biggin Hill
• Free healthy snacks in our offices
• Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch
• 25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure
• Opportunities to develop and request training for your role via our in‑house Learning and Development team
• Discount on F1 merchandise
• Discount at F1’s experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive
• Perkbox benefit portal and more

Division:

Technical