Contribution Engineer

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As part of our Contribution Engineering team, you’ll play a crucial role in designing and installing contribution technology across the EMEA region. Your mission? To help build and maintain the platforms that deliver TNT Sports & Eurosport’s expanding portfolio of sports rights.

This hybrid role, based in Chiswick Park, London , requires you to be in the office up to 3 days a week (Monday to Friday), with travel to major events and the Olympics expected.

• Design and implement contribution compression systems for TNT Sports/Eurosport.
• Liaise with Sports Technology, Production, and Operations teams to deliver future projects.
• Champion innovative contribution technology across the business.
• Manage third-party suppliers, ensuring clear requirements and adherence to SLAs.
• Stay updated on the latest technologies to enhance our broadcast capabilities.
• Provide expert technical support, troubleshooting and resolving issues promptly.

• Degree-level education or relevant experience in a broadcast environment.
• Knowledge of current compression standards and broadcast video signal chains.
• Self-motivated with the ability to advance projects independently.
• Strong communication skills to convey complex technical information clearly.
• Willingness to travel for major events and adapt to the fast-paced nature of sports broadcasting.

• Familiarity with JPEG 2000/XS, H264/HEVC, and NDI.
• Knowledge of SMPTE 2022-7, 2110, NMOS, and SDN.
• Experience with UHD, HDR, and Dolby Atmos formats.
• Previous experience in remote production and deploying systems in AWS and GCP.
• Experience with LTE and internet contribution (SRT/RIST/ZIXI).
• Background in MCR operations and engineering.

This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model , combining remote and in-office work. Adjustments may be made based on business needs, with reasonable notice provided.

Our guiding principles are the core values that shape our operations. We encourage you to explore these values and see how they resonate with you. We look forward to discussing them during your interview!

Warner Bros. Discovery is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer, considering qualified candidates based on merit, regardless of background.

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