Lead Media Systems Engineer

The Walt Disney Company

Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
The Woodlands, TX
Salary
$123,000–$165,000 / yr
Posted
8 days ago
Nearby
58 roles within 25 mi

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $187k
This role $144k
$111k most similar roles pay here $232k

This role pays less than 83% of similar roles. Most pay $156,372–$217,556 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $144k versus about $187k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company is a diversified global entertainment and media enterprise operating in segments including Disney Parks, Experiences and Products; Entertainment (ABC, Hulu, Disney+); and ESPN. Industry: Entertainment & Media

The Walt Disney Company currently has 165 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,300–$198,800 across 162 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Lead Media Systems Engineer

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As a Lead Media Systems Engineer at Disney+, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the acquisition, production, and distribution of media content globally. Your role involves leading sustainment efforts for critical systems, interfacing with internal and external partners to ensure peak efficiency, and driving innovative technology solutions. You’ll work on diverse systems including playout technology, studios, post-production, cloud compute, and more, using tools like microservices, DevOps platforms, and scripting languages such as Python or NodeJS. With expertise in SMPTE standards, cloud infrastructure, and broadcast equipment, you will contribute to the design and implementation of policies that maximize system integration for business goals. This role demands a deep understanding of media technology and the ability to navigate fast-paced environments while maintaining technical excellence and strategic vision.

Skills

Python NodeJS Bash AWS SMPTE DevOps Microservices MPEG2 MPEG4 HEVC JPEG_2000 JPEG_XS Evertz AutoCAD CI/CD Kubernetes Terraform Prometheus Grafana

What you'll do

  • Lead the resolution of complex technical issues affecting media content acquisition, production, and distribution.
  • Design and implement policies to enhance integration and efficiency across all technology systems.
  • Train, motivate, and evaluate technical staff to ensure high performance and reliability in operations.
  • Support long-range planning for future media technology needs, focusing on capital improvements.
  • Lead the development of innovative solutions to maintain Disney’s competitive edge in media technology.

What we're looking for

  • 7+ years of experience leading technical teams in media engineering environments.
  • Expert knowledge in integrating and implementing broadcast control room equipment and modern cabling infrastructure.
  • Proficiency with microservices, DevOps tools, and cloud-based storage/compute platforms; foundational cloud certification required.
  • Advanced understanding of SMPTE standards for broadcast television and video production/streaming environments.
  • Expertise in compression techniques (MPEG2/4, HEVC, JPEG 2000) and major media systems technologies.
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and sustain IP-based broadcast equipment and studio technology.

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