Systems Engineer (Broadcasting – Media Asset Management)

About the Role:

The Systems Engineer will deploy various software solutions for our projects in the broadcasting industry (specifically MAM – Media Asset Management) and requires someone with a background in systems engineering or administration, and a genuine focus on the customer journey and experience. You will work as part of a professional services team (including other systems engineers, solutions architects, and project managers) and will be client facing (either through remote efforts, or in some cases, face to face).

PLEASE NOTE: This is an immediate start and therefore long notice periods cannot be considered. Please also note that this is a contract role.

Responsibilities:

• Setting up, configuring, customizing, and testing systems including integration with 3rd party hardware/software
• Deliver successful high-quality systems as part of a wider project team with its members located in Europe/USA
• Perform onsite and remote installations of MAM system solutions
• Participating in concept development and product specification
• Constantly learn more about the broadcast industry, it’s equipment, products, cloud technologies etc.

Required Experience:

• At least 3 to 5 years’ experience as a systems engineer, with in-depth experience in a Linux environment
• Experience in scripting and basic programming, using API’s
• Experience with technical testing, and creating test scripts/procedures
• Experience developing custom modules and code using the third-party API
• Excellent communication skills to ensure a smooth/effective dialogue end-users, developers, and technical colleague internally, and externally
• The ability to work independently, and show confidence amongst stakeholders
• The ability to work European hours, and in some cases, also USA hours

Bonus Skills (But not a dealbreaker)

• Experience in the broadcast IT industry with exposure to Media Asset Management (MAM)

About Ovyo
Ovyo works globally with companies in the TV, Media & Networks industries including household content brands and operators. Our people provide consulting services to build the platforms, test the apps, and drive the programmes that shape the way the world watches video and connects. Our management team is in the UK, and we have technical, and operations teams based in India, South Africa, Europe, and the Americas.