Media Network Engineer

Out Ottawa based client is seeking a Media Network Engineer for a permanent full time role, onsite, starting ASAP. The salary range for this position is 80-110k CAD, plus benefits.

The person will primarily be responsible for broadcast system and media network design, project management and integration, and maintenance while being actively involved in supporting daily operations.

Qualifications (Education, Skills, Knowledge, and Experience) :

• Proficient with Office 365 and AutoCAD.
• 3+ years’ experience in designing and supporting M&E technical systems
• 2 years’ hands on experience configuring, managing, and supporting network switch infrastructure in a live media production environment. Arista experience preferred.
• Familiarity with broadcast standard video formats including high-definition, UHD and HDR video systems, deployed using SDI and SMPTE 2110-20 / -22 IP transport. Experience with other streaming media network protocols is a plus.
• Familiarity with networked audio systems and transport protocols including 2110-30, AES-67, Ravenna, and Dante.
• Network Topology Design : Ability to design and modify network topologies to facilitate efficient routing, including multicast and unicast flows
• Advanced Routing Expertise : Proficient in advanced routing protocols and techniques, including OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP, to optimize network performance and reliability
• Multicast Routing Specialization : In-depth expertise in MCAST routing, understanding various multicast protocols such as PIM, IGMP, and DVMRP, and their applications in network environments.
• Familiarity with Ansible for automation and orchestration, Arista CloudVision, and Arista Media Control Service (MCS), is an asset.
• Experience supporting Lawo VSM and Home, Evertz Magnum, as well as broadcast equipment from Imagine, GV, Harmonic, and Ross, including but not limited to cameras, studio robotics, intercom, switchers, servers, automation systems, and audio consoles.