Versant Media has an immediate opening for an experienced distribution engineer to join Distribution Engineering. The engineer in this role owns distribution systems independently, runs operations without escalation, and is a technical authority on how Versant's signal moves from the building to the audience. 

This opening is specifically weighted toward cloud and IP distribution depth. The ideal candidate brings deep, hands-on experience with Amagi, Nevion, TAG Video Systems, and AWS media services. 

Responsibilities

Cloud & IP Distribution Ownership 

• Own the end-to-end reliability and performance of Versant's cloud and IP distribution path, including Amagi cloud playout, Nevion IP media transport, and TAG Video Systems monitoring. 

• Design, deploy, and maintain AWS media services workflows:  MediaConnect, MediaLive, MediaPackage, and CloudFront. 

• Monitor distribution QoE/QoS across the delivery chain and lead resolution of degradations before they reach air or affected platforms. 

• Design and maintain redundant path architecture for distribution systems supporting live, 24/7 operations. 

Terrestrial & RF Collaboration 

• Work alongside the team's terrestrial/RF engineers on satellite uplink and fiber transport operations, building toward independent ownership of that side of the discipline over time. 

• Coordinate with satellite uplink and terrestrial transport vendors on capacity, scheduling, and technical issue resolution. 

Installations, Upgrades & Architecture 

• Lead new distribution system installations, upgrades, and cloud migrations, coordinating with engineering and vendor stakeholders. 

• Partner with IP infrastructure and broadcast operations teams to integrate distribution signal flow into Versant's SMPTE 2110 environment. 

• Evaluate emerging cloud distribution and playout technology and make adoption recommendations. 

Vendor & Technical Ownership 

• Own the technical relationship with Amagi, Nevion, TAG Video Systems, and AWS.  Escalation point for support cases, upgrade evaluation, and licensing questions. 

Mentorship & Team Development 

• Mentor Production Support Engineers working alongside the distribution team, raising the technical floor of the group. 

• Write and maintain SOPs, runbooks, and documentation the team actually uses. 

• Participate in post-incident reviews for major distribution failures, owning the learning and follow-through. 

Live Operations 

• Provide surge support for major live events, including election-night and other high-stakes broadcast coverage. 

• Maintain readiness and coverage for 24/7 distribution operations in partnership with the broader Production Engineering team.