Distribution Engineer

At Warner Bros. Discovery, we believe in creating "the stuff dreams are made of." This isn't just about wizards, dragons, and superheroes; it's about the incredible storytellers, creators, and dreamers who bring our iconic content and beloved brands to life.

Join us and discover a world of career-defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to help you grow into your best self. Here, you are supported, celebrated, and empowered to thrive!

As part of the Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) family, our Technology & Operations team is at the forefront of building media technology and IT systems that set world-class standards. We implement and maintain the critical business systems that deliver WBD’s products, ensuring our growing pay-TV, digital terrestrial, free-to-air, and online services reach audiences worldwide.

We are looking for an Operations Engineer to join our dynamic team! Reporting to the Senior Director of Distribution Engineering, you will play a vital role in monitoring and supporting WBD’s global television distribution infrastructure, especially during our Live Events.

As part of our Tier 1 operations support team, you will need a versatile skill set, both technically and personally. Your ability to stay focused and develop as a skilled technician will be key to your success in this role.

• Monitor all of WB Discovery’s channels.
• Manage transmission systems during normal and emergency conditions to keep services on air.
• Respond to affiliate inquiries and maintain ongoing communication with customers.
• Act as a liaison between support teams and customers, collaborating across all leadership levels.
• Initiate critical outage situations and manage incident and planned work tickets.
• Liaise with third-party providers during fault investigations.
• Provide input and reports on transmission system reliability.
• Check the health of distribution equipment regularly.
• Proactively identify risks in our distribution infrastructure and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Assist with training and development of Distribution Staff Members.
• Create and update documentation and procedures.
• Implement changes to distribution infrastructure as needed.
• Identify and establish new monitoring metrics.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Previous experience in a broadcast, media, or telecommunications environment.
• In-depth knowledge of television distribution systems, platforms, and standards.
• Working knowledge of digital baseband signals and TCP/IP network concepts.
• Experience with SMPTE 2110 and television distribution systems.
• Ability to operate test and analysis equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for signal quality issues and systems integration.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and maintain focus in high-pressure environments.
• Willingness to work overnight, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts.

This position is essential, meaning you will be expected to report to work during inclement weather or emergencies to support business continuity.

At WBD, we value our employees and offer a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and career growth. You will have the opportunity to lay the foundation for your future in one of the world’s premier entertainment brands.

Our guiding principles are central to how we operate. 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 and consider qualified candidates based on merit, regardless of background.

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