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Broadcast Engineering Manager
Quantum University
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Full Time
Manager
Hybrid
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Broadcast EngineeringTransmission SystemsIP BroadcastingSMPTE StandardsSDINDI
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About the Role
Quantum University seeks an experienced Broadcast Engineering Manager to lead broadcast engineering operations, technical infrastructure, and systems reliability.
Key Skills for This Role
Broadcast EngineeringTransmission SystemsIP BroadcastingSMPTE StandardsSDINDI
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement broadcast engineering strategies, technical standards, infrastructure roadmaps, and operational policies aligned with organizational objectives
- Lead the design, operation, maintenance, and optimization of broadcast systems, including television, radio, OTT, IPTV, streaming, satellite, and transmission infrastructure
- Collaborate with Broadcast Operations, Production, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Content Management, Facilities, Procurement, and Executive Leadership to ensure seamless broadcast delivery
- Manage broadcast infrastructure, including studios, master control rooms (MCR), playout automation, video servers, audio systems, transmission equipment, IP based broadcast networks, and cloud broadcasting platforms
- Establish preventive maintenance programs, engineering procedures, disaster recovery plans, redundancy strategies, and business continuity processes to maximize system availability
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including system uptime, broadcast quality, transmission reliability, incident response time, equipment availability, project delivery, and operational efficiency
- Oversee engineering projects, technology upgrades, system integrations, digital transformation initiatives, and broadcast modernization programs
- Ensure compliance with broadcast regulations, spectrum licensing requirements, technical standards, health and safety regulations, cybersecurity policies, and organizational procedures
- Manage vendor relationships, technology partners, equipment procurement, maintenance contracts, and service level agreements (SLAs)
- Drive innovation through IP broadcasting, cloud based production, AI, automation, virtualized infrastructure, software defined broadcasting, and next generation media technologies
- Utilize broadcast management systems, media asset management (MAM), network monitoring tools, ERP platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, project management software, and engineering analytics platforms to monitor performance and generate actionable insights
- Prepare engineering reports, technical dashboards, capital investment proposals, executive presentations, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in broadcast engineering, media technology, telecommunications, broadcast operations, or related engineering roles
- At least 2 years of experience managing broadcast engineering teams, technical operations, or broadcast infrastructure projects
- Strong understanding of broadcast transmission systems, television and radio operations, IP broadcasting, SMPTE standards, SDI, NDI, ST 2110, satellite communications, streaming technologies, and media workflows
- Experience with broadcast automation systems, media asset management (MAM), playout systems, video production infrastructure, cloud broadcasting platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, network monitoring tools, virtualization technologies, and project management software
- Strong leadership, analytical, communication, stakeholder management, organizational, project management, and problem solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple engineering initiatives while balancing system reliability, broadcast quality, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, budgets, and business objectives
- Ability to work independently and effectively in remote and hybrid environments
- Master's degree or professional certifications such as SBE, Cisco, Microsoft, AWS, PMP, ITIL, or equivalent are highly advantageous
- Familiarity with cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, AI powered media operations, OTT platforms, digital broadcasting, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning is advantageous
Full Job Posting
About Us
- We are a media and technology driven organization committed to delivering high quality broadcast services through innovation, technical excellence, and operational reliability.
- Our teams collaborate across Broadcast Operations, Engineering, Information Technology, Production, Content Delivery, Cybersecurity, Facilities, and Executive Leadership to provide seamless television, radio, digital, and streaming services.
The Role
- We are seeking an experienced Broadcast Engineering Manager to lead broadcast engineering operations, technical infrastructure, and systems reliability across the organization.
- The ideal candidate will oversee broadcast technology, transmission systems, engineering projects, and technical teams while ensuring uninterrupted, high quality content delivery across traditional and digital broadcast platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement broadcast engineering strategies, technical standards, infrastructure roadmaps, and operational policies aligned with organizational objectives.
- Lead the design, operation, maintenance, and optimization of broadcast systems, including television, radio, OTT, IPTV, streaming, satellite, and transmission infrastructure.
- Collaborate with Broadcast Operations, Production, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Content Management, Facilities, Procurement, and Executive Leadership to ensure seamless broadcast delivery.
- Manage broadcast infrastructure, including studios, master control rooms (MCR), playout automation, video servers, audio systems, transmission equipment, IP based broadcast networks, and cloud broadcasting platforms.
- Establish preventive maintenance programs, engineering procedures, disaster recovery plans, redundancy strategies, and business continuity processes to maximize system availability.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including system uptime, broadcast quality, transmission reliability, incident response time, equipment availability, project delivery, and operational efficiency.
- Oversee engineering projects, technology upgrades, system integrations, digital transformation initiatives, and broadcast modernization programs.
- Ensure compliance with broadcast regulations, spectrum licensing requirements, technical standards, health and safety regulations, cybersecurity policies, and organizational procedures.
- Manage vendor relationships, technology partners, equipment procurement, maintenance contracts, and service level agreements (SLAs).
- Drive innovation through IP broadcasting, cloud based production, artificial intelligence (AI), automation, virtualized infrastructure, software defined broadcasting, and next generation media technologies.
- Utilize broadcast management systems, media asset management (MAM), network monitoring tools, ERP platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, project management software, and engineering analytics platforms to monitor performance and generate actionable insights.
- Prepare engineering reports, technical dashboards, capital investment proposals, executive presentations, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Master's degree or professional certifications such as Society of Broadcast Engineers (SBE), Cisco, Microsoft, AWS, PMP, ITIL, or equivalent are highly advantageous.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in broadcast engineering, media technology, telecommunications, broadcast operations, or related engineering roles.
- At least 2 years of experience managing broadcast engineering teams, technical operations, or broadcast infrastructure projects preferred.
- Strong understanding of broadcast transmission systems, television and radio operations, IP broadcasting, SMPTE standards, SDI, NDI, ST 2110, satellite communications, streaming technologies, and media workflows.
- Experience with broadcast automation systems, media asset management (MAM), playout systems, video production infrastructure, cloud broadcasting platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, network monitoring tools, virtualization technologies, and project management software.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, AI powered media operations, OTT platforms, digital broadcasting, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning is advantageous.
- Strong leadership, analytical, communication, stakeholder management, organizational, project management, and problem solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple engineering initiatives while balancing system reliability, broadcast quality, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, budgets, and business objectives.
- Ability to work independently and effectively in remote and hybrid environments for planning and administrative responsibilities, with flexibility to provide on site support during live broadcasts, maintenance windows, and critical incidents when required.
What We Offer
- Flexible remote/hybrid work opportunity within the United Arab Emirates for eligible planning and administrative responsibilities.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Professional development and broadcast technology leadership growth opportunities.
- Exposure to next generation broadcasting, cloud media technologies, AI driven automation, digital transformation, and enterprise engineering initiatives.
- Collaborative culture focused on innovation, operational excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Opportunity to lead cutting edge broadcast engineering initiatives that deliver reliable, high quality media experiences to audiences across multiple platforms.
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