Broadcast Television IT Engineer

About the StationWe are a leading television station, recognized for high-quality programming, technical excellence, and innovation. As a market leader, we invest heavily in modern broadcast and IT technologies and are committed to developing our technical staff. This role offers clear opportunities for career growth and advancement within a forward-thinking engineering team.About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Television Engineer with a strong IT background to support, maintain, and develop our modern broadcast and media systems. This role sits at the intersection of broadcast engineering and information technology, supporting IP-based production workflows, studio systems, and transmission infrastructure.Key Responsibilities•Design, maintain, and troubleshoot IP-based broadcast and media systems•Support studio, control room, and playout operations with a focus on networked technologies•Manage and monitor broadcast IT infrastructure, including servers, storage, and virtualized environments•Configure and support video-over-IP, streaming, and contribution/distribution systems•Work with engineering and production teams to ensure high availability and system reliability•Support cybersecurity best practices for broadcast and media systemsRequired Skills & Experience•Degree or equivalent experience in Broadcast Engineering, IT, Electronics, or a related field•Strong knowledge of IP networking (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching)•Experience with broadcast systems (studio, playout, transmission, or post-production)•Familiarity with servers, virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), and storage systems•Experience with Linux and/or Windows server environments•Understanding of video and audio standards (SDI, SMPTE 2110, NDI, AES67)•Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsDesirable Skills•Experience with cloud-based media workflows•Knowledge of automation, MAM, and playout systems•Scripting or automation experience (Python, PowerShell, Bash)•Familiarity with cybersecurity principles in broadcast environments•Broadcast certifications or IT certifications (Cisco, CompTIA, etc.)What We Offer•Opportunity to work with cutting-edge broadcast and media technology•Collaborative, technology-driven environment•Competitive salary and benefits package•Ongoing training and professional development