Senior Broadcast Systems Engineer (Live TV)

MLB NETWORK; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage

Company Contributed 401K Plan

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Family Leave Benefits

Disability Benefits

Life Insurance

EAP

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

MLB Network is seeking a senior engineer to support and maintain multiple studio production environments and transmission systems. You will troubleshoot complex broadcast systems, manage vendor issues, and lead broadcast technology initiatives in a fast-paced, pressurized live environment.

The role requires 10+ years in studio/postproduction support, knowledge of SMPTE 2110, video standards, and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience supporting studio and postproduction environments.
• Experience supporting production switchers, multi-viewer systems, large-scale audio consoles, and intercom systems.
• Basic computer and networking skills; AutoCAD knowledge is a plus.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; willingness to learn.
• Advanced knowledge of television systems/formats including SMPTE 2110.
• Understanding of video compression standards (MPEG2, H.264/AVC, HEVC) and video transmission formats (MPEG2-TS, SCTE35, ASI, RTP, SRT, RIST).
• Understanding of fiber/copper networking technologies.
• Self-starter and team player; able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain multiple studio production environments.
• Support large postproduction and SAN systems.
• Support advanced television graphics systems.
• Support transmission systems.
• Manage vendor issues until full resolution.
• Lead management of broadcast technologies at engineering/operational levels.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Ten+ years hands-on experience

Troubleshooting

Independent learning

Team player

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Excellent communication in pressurized

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

MLB Network is seeking a senior engineer to support and maintain multiple studio production environments and transmission systems. You will troubleshoot complex broadcast systems, manage vendor issues, and lead broadcast technology initiatives in a fast-paced, pressurized live environment.

The role requires 10+ years in studio/postproduction support, knowledge of SMPTE 2110, video standards, and strong problem-solving skills.