Media Engineer – Work at Home Jobs

Job Type: Media Engineer Ifrom home
Location: New York work from home
Company: Disney

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for the company’s media technology systems.
• Respond to and resolve issues affecting production, broadcast, and content distribution.
• Troubleshoot system outages, malfunctions, and technical problems.
• Utilize system monitoring tools and participate in system maintenance.
• Remotely troubleshoot broadcast systems.
• Analyze and troubleshoot streaming audio/video signals.
• Manage third-party service providers and enforce service agreements.
• Train, motivate, and evaluate technical staff.
• Procure equipment and supplies within budget guidelines.
• Develop long-term plans for media technology needs.
• Assist in policy and procedure development for technology facilities.
• Support operational activities related to audio and video production/distribution.
• Perform system upgrades and maintenance.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on broadcast systems.
• Participate in complex engineering projects.
• Review and maintain system/workflow documentation.
• Conduct training and development sessions.
• Perform other duties as needed to achieve business objectives.

Requirements:

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of relevant experience in media production and distribution technology environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge of SMPTE standards for broadcast television and video production/streaming environments.
• Proficiency in remote troubleshooting of broadcast systems.
• Scripting proficiency (Python, NodeJS, Bash, PowerShell).
• Familiarity with cloud-based storage and compute infrastructure platforms.
• Knowledge of compression techniques (MPEG2/4, HEVC, JPEG 2000, JPEG XS).
• Experience with Evertz software control systems.
• Familiarity with major media systems and vendors.
• Ability to create, read, and interpret technical drawings.
• Proven troubleshooting and sustaining experience in IP-based broadcast equipment, studio technology, file-based workflows, production control systems, transmission systems, and cloud-based technologies.
• Physical requirements: Ability to climb ladders, work on raised structures, and operate aerial lift platforms.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current certifications in relevant SMPTE standards.
• Foundational cloud certification (e.g., Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, CompTIA Cloud+, AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate).
• Knowledge of Nielsen (NACAT), VANC equipment, Linear Acoustics, and related systems.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and evolving media technology environment. Candidates should be proactive problem solvers who can troubleshoot and sustain complex systems.