Senior Network Engineer, Video Transmission (R50033016)

FOX; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX is seeking a Senior Network Engineer in Los Angeles to join the Fox Network Engineering and Architecture team. You will design, implement, monitor, and troubleshoot transmission systems delivering live sports signals from venues to broadcast and digital platforms.

The role requires expertise in IP networking, SMPTE ST 2110/2022, and real-time support under high-pressure live event schedules, with nights and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in broadcast transmission, network engineering, or live production environments.
• Strong understanding of IP networking concepts, including BGP, OSPF, multicast (PIM, IGMP), QoS, VLANs, and STP.
• Familiarity with streaming and transport technologies, multicast distribution, and packetized video/audio workflows.
• Experience supporting or deploying systems using SMPTE ST 2110, SMPTE 2022, AES67, or Dante is a significant plus.
• Hands-on experience with network infrastructure (routers, switches, firewalls) in high-bandwidth environments.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex signal paths under time-sensitive conditions.
• Demonstrate ability to perform and analyze packet captures using tools like Wireshark or tcpdump.
• Understanding of redundancy models, QoS, and network reliability principles.
• Knowledge and practical experience with Arista switches and EOS.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with production and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Architect, deploy, and maintain transmission paths for live sports events, including fiber, satellite, IP-based transport (SMPTE ST 2110 / 2022), and bonded cellular solutions.
• Coordinate and manage contribution and distribution workflows between venues, broadcast centers, and cloud environments.
• Provide real-time operational support for live sports broadcasts, including rapid troubleshooting and escalation management.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and third-party vendors to ensure seamless signal acquisition and delivery.
• Monitor network performance, signal integrity, latency, and redundancy across all transmission paths.
• Design and implement failover strategies and redundancy plans to ensure high availability during live events.
• Support integration of emerging technologies, including cloud-based workflows and remote production (REMI) models.
• Maintain documentation of transmission infrastructure, signal flows, and standard operating procedures.
• Participate in on-call rotation and provide support during nights, weekends, and major sporting events.

Skills

BGP

OSPF

Multicast (PIM/IGMP)

QoS

VLANs

STP

SMPTE ST 2110/2022

Dante

Wireshark

tcpdump

Tools

Arista EOS

Arista switches

Wireshark

tcpdump

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox CorporationUnder the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world's leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join our Fox Network Engineering and Architecture team in Los Angeles, supporting high-profile live sports productions across FOX Sports. As a member of the team, you will collaborate closely with FOX Sports' Engineering and Field Operations teams, designing, implementing, monitoring, and troubleshooting network transmission systems that deliver mission-critical video, audio, and data signals from venues to broadcast and digital platforms.

The ideal candidate brings expertise in networking and broadcast transmission technologies, a strong operational mindset, and the ability to perform under the demands of live event production. This is a hands-on, individual contributor role operating in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment aligned with live sports schedules, requiring flexibility for nights, weekends, and major events.

SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Architect, deploy, and maintain transmission paths for live sports events, including fiber, satellite, IP-based transport (SMPTE ST 2110 / 2022), and bonded cellular solutions
• Coordinate and manage contribution and distribution workflows between venues, broadcast centers, and cloud environments
• Provide real-time operational support for live sports broadcasts, including rapid troubleshooting and escalation management
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and third-party vendors to ensure seamless signal acquisition and delivery
• Monitor network performance, signal integrity, latency, and redundancy across all transmission paths
• Design and implement failover strategies and redundancy plans to ensure high availability during live events
• Support integration of emerging technologies, including cloud-based workflows and remote production (REMI) models
• Maintain documentation of transmission infrastructure, signal flows, and standard operating procedures
• Participate in on-call rotation and provide support during nights, weekends, and major sporting events

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 7+ years of experience in broadcast transmission, network engineering, or live production environments
• Strong understanding of IP networking concepts, including BGP, OSPF, multicast (PIM, IGMP), QoS, VLANs, and STP
• Familiarity with streaming and transport technologies, multicast distribution, and packetized video/audio workflows
• Experience supporting or deploying systems using SMPTE ST 2110, SMPTE 2022, AES67, or Dante is a significant plus
• Hands-on experience with network infrastructure (routers, switches, firewalls) in high-bandwidth environments
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex signal paths under time-sensitive conditions
• Demonstrate ability to perform and analyze packet captures using tools like Wireshark or tcpdump.
• Understanding of redundancy models, QoS, and network reliability principles
• Knowledge and practical experience with Arista switches and EOS
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with production and engineering teams

NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

• Experience supporting Tier 1 live sports broadcasts (NFL, MLB, FIFA, etc.)
• Knowledge of cloud-based media workflows (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Familiarity with remote production workflows and distributed control rooms
• Scripting or automation experience (Python, Bash, or similar)
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, AWS Certified Solutions Architect)

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $114,000.00-155,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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