Associate Engineer, Media Systems

Position: Associate Engineer, Media Support Systems
** We Are Paramount  on a mission to unleash the power of content you in?*
* Weve got the brands, weve got the stars, weve got thepowerto achieve our mission to entertain the planet  now all were 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.

** In This Role Youll:*
* This is a hands-on position responsible for maintaining the technical integrity of Cloud and on-premises broadcast playout at a major Network Operations Center. Individual is to ensure that all broadcast and IT infrastructure technical areas and services are provided to the highest standards, and complete specific routine tasks as detailed by the supervisory staff.

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* Responsibilities Include:

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* To provide technical support for all Broadcast Services related infrastructure, playout systems, cloud infrastructure, and streaming technology to ensure the highest possible levels of technical and operational continuity to the Paramount Global broadcast services and client networks by maintaining core infrastructure and system health, signal path integrity and signal quality throughout

Ability to comprehend the latest generation of software defined video networks and associated protocols (Ex. SMPTE-2110, SMPTE-2022)

Author well-written, thorough technical documentation

Using a wide array of software and hardware tools to analyze network health and manage the flow of media streams in the baseband and IP domains

Work cohesively with a team on assignment work and report back on progress

Ensure completion of all administration and documentation pertaining to work carried out

Escalate to Paramount Management during incidents or loss of services

Liaise with the various Engineering teams to accept new documentation and training for recent deployments

Perform configuration and troubleshooting of complex broadcast playout support systems, including, but not limited to baseband video/audio, encoding, multiplexing, and RF

Conduct comprehensive configuration and diagnostic tasks for broadcast hardware, datacenter infrastructure, and networking devices.

Strong organizational and planning skills with ability to manage multiple critical assignments

Use of technical drawings and documents to conduct diagnostics while under stress to restore failed systems

Work collaboratively with Par amounts L1, L2, L3 teams for ticket escalations as well as to help develop documentation that supports these teams in addressing future incidents.

** Basic Qualifications You Bring:*
* Hands-on knowledge and practical experience with scripting and/or API development using Power Shell, Bash, Python, or equivalent, along with a Bachelor's degree in EE or CS or equivalent.

At least one foundational IT certification required, including but not limited to AWS, CCNA, MCP, CompTIA A+/Network+, VMware Associate

2+ years of experience in Information Technology or Broadcast Media environment along with the ability to learn and exhibit engineering-level understanding of a variety of complex broadcast proprietary and IT infrastructure environments

** Bonus

Skills:

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* Clear understanding of business impacted by Broadcast infrastructure

Committed to completing tasks within designated time frames while ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.

Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal skills

Adaptable to working practices and current technology

Knowledge of audio/video technologies preferred

Knowledge of Data Center operations

Knowledge of Live, Linear, VOD, Over-The-Top linear delivery or simulcast solutions

Knowledge of project and product management tools and systems

Previous Linux OS experience.

Knowledge of TCP/IP protocol stack and OSI model

Knowledge of virtual environments and cloud-based technology

Willingness to learn specific support profiles, with an emphasis on broadcasting and transmission technologies

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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $80,000..

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the…