Video Engineer

Make your mark at Comcast a Fortune 30 global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide.

Become part of our award-winning technology team that turns big ideas into cutting-edge products, platforms, and solutions that our customers love.

We create space to innovate, and we recognize, reward, and invest in your ideas, while ensuring you can proudly bring your authentic self to the workplace.

Join us. You’ll do the best work of your career right here at Comcast. (In most cases, Comcast prefers to have employees on-site collaborating unless the team has been designated as virtual due to the nature of their work.

If a position is listed with both office locations and virtual offerings, Comcast may be willing to consider candidates who live greater than 100 miles from the office for the remote option.)

Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.

Job Summary

As a member of the Video Acquisition and Compression Technology team, you are instrumental in delivering cutting edge video distribution technology.

You will be provided with an opportunity to work with the top video and network technology vendors in the world as Comcast focuses on being the 1st in the industry to deliver the latest and greatest experience to our customers.

To ensure that you have the tools to do your job effectively, we make sure that you have full access to the latest and greatest tools and test equipment in our state of the art facilities.

Are you passionate about digital media, entertainment, and software services? Do you like big challenges and working within a highly motivated team environment?

As a member of the 24 / 7 Video Acquisition and Compression Technology team for Comcast, you will be instrumental in leading the strategic direction of the physical technical space that is used to deliver video to Comcast and third parties.

The VACT team is a fast-moving team of world-class experts who are innovating in end-to-end video delivery in a 24 / 7 environment.

We are a team that thrives on big challenges, results, quality, and agility. You would be a part of the team that delivers video in every format to the end user from cDVR to QAM delivery as well as TV Everywhere (OTT).

To ensure that you have the tools to do your job effectively, we make sure that you have full access to the latest real-time and offline analysis tools in our state of the art facility.

Core Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot diverse video compression, alternate content, ad insertion and distribution systems.
• Use in-depth Information Technology skills and knowledge to ensure maximum availability and reliability for video and data transmission systems that include video compression, fiber optic, RF, and IP distributions.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects and issues simultaneously.
• Focus on flawless planning and execution of all change activity.
• Perform detailed testing and validation of all video compression systems to ensure operability.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on satellite acquisition and transmission systems including high powered transmitters and antennas.
• Installation and configuration of equipment used for all egress / ingress points content acquisition and distribution.
• Document results of applied work processes and practical application of technical standards. Report results to management.

Recommend innovative solutions.

• Utilize test equipment and monitoring resources to solve moderate MPEG, data and RF problems.
• Act as an advocate for Engineering and Operations procedures, policies, and processes.
• Set the tone and pace for work performance within project groups and impressionable Engineering and Operations staff.
• Create data and metric systems to track operational workflows, maintenance, resources and system failures; maintain records of results and feedback.

Analyze data and metrics, identify problem areas, and provide actionable insight to management.

• Work closely with broadcast and engineering staff on system design and configuration.
• Mentor team members.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting support when complex issues arise to support operational standards and uptime.
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work a 24x7 schedule as necessary with flexibility to shift hours to support business initiatives including nights, weekends and in inclement weather conditions.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Climb wave-guide bridges, roofs, ladders and antenna pedestals for installations, maintenance and inspections.
• Operate assigned vehicles, which includes tractors, forklifts, and high lift bucket vehicles, reaching in excess of 40 feet.
• Carry and lift loads of up to 50 lbs.
• Travel as required.
• Comply with all established procedures and policies of Comcast.

Preferred Skills / Experience / Education

• Associates degree or equivalent experience.
• Field of study focused in Information Technology or Computer Science.
• 2+ years relevant experience in Information Technology operations and methodology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Linux, Unix.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Visio, Word).
• Excellent communication skills.
• CCENT or Net+ preferred.
• A+ or IT Fundamentals preferred.
• Great problem-solving skills.
• Willing to take ownership of problems and see them through to resolution.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced agile environment.

Compensation

Primary Location Pay Range : $61,267.52 - $91,901.28. Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience.

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus.

Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most.

That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.

Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.

The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

Education

Bachelor's Degree. While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Certifications (if applicable)

Relative Work Experience

0-2 Years. Comcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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