aKube, Inc.
Job Description
City:
Charlotte, NC
Onsite/ Hybrid/ Remote:
Onsite (4 days a week)
Duration : 12 months
Rate Range : Up to$64/hr on W2 depending on experience (no C2C or 1099 or sub-contract)
Work Authorization : GC, USC, All valid EADs except OPT, CPT, H1B
Schedule: 4x10 shifts (2 PM-12 AM, four days per week, at least one weekend day; Wednesday is overlap day) Must Have:
3+ years' experience in sustainment, uptime, and stability of live media production/distribution environments Proficiency in SMPTE standards (ST 292M, ST 424M, ST 2110, ST 2059, IEEE 1588, ST 2022-7, SCTE-104, etc.) Foundational Cloud Certification (Azure Fundamentals, CompTIA Cloud+, or AWS Solutions Architect - Associate) Experience with MPEG2/4, HEVC, JPEG 2000, JPEG XS compression Knowledge of Evertz control/monitoring (VistaLink, Magnum, VLPRO, SDVN, VUE, etc.) Experience with asset management, transcoding/encoding, graphics, NAS/SAN technologies Hands-on troubleshooting with IP-based broadcast equipment, studio tech, file-based workflows, automation systems, and transmission systems AWS infrastructure troubleshooting (S3/Glacier, EC2, etc.) Ability to interpret AutoCAD/technical drawings Responsibilities: Respond to and resolve issues impacting production, broadcast, and content distribution across networks Troubleshoot streaming audio/video signals in SDI and IP 2110 routing environments Conduct diagnostic testing, repair/replacement, and preventive maintenance on broadcast systems and equipment Install patches, updates, and upgrades to hardware/software workflows Manage and oversee third-party service providers (contractors, vendors, unions, etc.) Train, motivate, and evaluate technical staff; coordinate peer training sessions Specify, procure, and maintain media technology equipment and supplies Contribute to long-term media technology planning and capital improvements Develop/implement policies and procedures to integrate systems with business and entertainment goals Provide operational support for production/distribution systems across enterprise properties Participate in complex engineering projects under senior guidance Maintain and contribute to system/workflow documentation Serve as an influencer and problem-solver, connecting technical strategy with organizational goals Work under fast-paced, high-growth conditions with tight deadlines and minimal direction Qualifications: Minimum 3 years of relevant media engineering experience Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent (preferred) Strong knowledge of broadcast, cloud, and IP-based production technologies Proven troubleshooting expertise across media systems and cloud infrastructures Physical capability to climb ladders, work at heights, and operate lift platforms Valid driver's license
Charlotte, NC
Onsite/ Hybrid/ Remote:
Onsite (4 days a week)
Duration : 12 months
Rate Range : Up to$64/hr on W2 depending on experience (no C2C or 1099 or sub-contract)
Work Authorization : GC, USC, All valid EADs except OPT, CPT, H1B
Schedule: 4x10 shifts (2 PM-12 AM, four days per week, at least one weekend day; Wednesday is overlap day) Must Have:
3+ years' experience in sustainment, uptime, and stability of live media production/distribution environments Proficiency in SMPTE standards (ST 292M, ST 424M, ST 2110, ST 2059, IEEE 1588, ST 2022-7, SCTE-104, etc.) Foundational Cloud Certification (Azure Fundamentals, CompTIA Cloud+, or AWS Solutions Architect - Associate) Experience with MPEG2/4, HEVC, JPEG 2000, JPEG XS compression Knowledge of Evertz control/monitoring (VistaLink, Magnum, VLPRO, SDVN, VUE, etc.) Experience with asset management, transcoding/encoding, graphics, NAS/SAN technologies Hands-on troubleshooting with IP-based broadcast equipment, studio tech, file-based workflows, automation systems, and transmission systems AWS infrastructure troubleshooting (S3/Glacier, EC2, etc.) Ability to interpret AutoCAD/technical drawings Responsibilities: Respond to and resolve issues impacting production, broadcast, and content distribution across networks Troubleshoot streaming audio/video signals in SDI and IP 2110 routing environments Conduct diagnostic testing, repair/replacement, and preventive maintenance on broadcast systems and equipment Install patches, updates, and upgrades to hardware/software workflows Manage and oversee third-party service providers (contractors, vendors, unions, etc.) Train, motivate, and evaluate technical staff; coordinate peer training sessions Specify, procure, and maintain media technology equipment and supplies Contribute to long-term media technology planning and capital improvements Develop/implement policies and procedures to integrate systems with business and entertainment goals Provide operational support for production/distribution systems across enterprise properties Participate in complex engineering projects under senior guidance Maintain and contribute to system/workflow documentation Serve as an influencer and problem-solver, connecting technical strategy with organizational goals Work under fast-paced, high-growth conditions with tight deadlines and minimal direction Qualifications: Minimum 3 years of relevant media engineering experience Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent (preferred) Strong knowledge of broadcast, cloud, and IP-based production technologies Proven troubleshooting expertise across media systems and cloud infrastructures Physical capability to climb ladders, work at heights, and operate lift platforms Valid driver's license