Media Infrastructure EngineerLocation: Raleigh, North Carolina (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Salary: $130,000-$170,000We're partnering with a rapidly growing media production company in North Carolina to find an experienced Media Infrastructure Engineer to support its expanding production environment.The Role
We're looking for a hands-on engineer who enjoys taking ownership of infrastructure and keeping complex systems running smoothly.
In this role, you'll support the technology behind a high-volume post-production operation, including data center infrastructure, enterprise storage, networking, and media archiving systems.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of hands-on engineering, troubleshooting, and improving how systems operate. You'll have the independence to manage infrastructure and solve problems while collaborating with a small technical team supporting a busy editorial environment.
The position is based in the Raleigh area and combines remote systems management with regular on-site data center work. Some travel to Greenville, NC, is also required.What You'll Be Doing
Infrastructure & Systems- Maintain and improve the reliability, performance, and availability of critical production infrastructure.
- Handle physical infrastructure work, including server installations, equipment upgrades, cabling, and hardware maintenance.
- Administer Windows and Linux servers, virtualized environments, and essential network services.
- Monitor system performance, investigate incidents, and coordinate hardware or software support with vendors.
Storage, Backup & Archiving- Support large-scale shared storage environments used by editorial and production teams.
- Monitor storage utilization, troubleshoot performance issues, and plan for future capacity needs.
- Manage media archiving and retrieval, including LTO tape libraries, data verification, and off-site storage.
- Maintain reliable backup and recovery processes to protect production assets.
Networking & Production Support- Troubleshoot network connectivity, bandwidth, and performance issues across production infrastructure.
- Support high-speed networks, switches, VLANs, firewalls, and related services.
- Work with editorial teams to resolve technical issues affecting media access, file transfers, and production workflows.
- Assist with infrastructure improvements and expansion projects.
Automation & Improvements- Develop scripts and tools to simplify routine administration and improve operational efficiency.
- Support integrations between local infrastructure and cloud-based storage services.
- Maintain technical documentation and identify opportunities to improve reliability, scalability, and workflows.
What We're Looking For- 5+ years of experience in systems administration, infrastructure engineering, or a related technical role.
- Hands-on experience supporting servers, networking equipment, and data center infrastructure.
- Strong knowledge of enterprise storage systems, including NAS/SAN technologies and shared storage environments.
- Experience with LTO tape libraries, media archiving, or large-scale backup systems.
- Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including routing, switching, VLANs, firewalls, and high-speed connectivity.
- Experience administering Linux, Windows Server, virtualization platforms, and Active Directory.
- Familiarity with macOS environments and supporting creative or technical users.
- Experience with scripting or automation using Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar tools.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently.
- Ability to communicate effectively with both technical teams and nontechnical users.
- Based in Raleigh, NC, or willing to relocate, with availability for on-site work and occasional travel.
Nice to Have- Experience in media production, post-production, broadcast, VFX, or animation.
- Familiarity with storage platforms such as Qumulo, PowerScale/Isilon, Avid NEXIS, or SNS EVO.
- Experience with archive solutions such as Spectra Logic, Quantum, Archiware, or SGL.
- Knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro or other professional editing applications.
- Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP), media asset management systems, or file transfer technologies.
- Relevant networking, storage, or cloud certifications.
Experience in media and entertainment is a plus, but we're also interested in strong infrastructure engineers from other industries who are eager to work in a production environment.Compensation & Benefits
This is a full-time, direct-hire opportunity with our client.
- Competitive base salary of $130,000-$170,000, depending on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and HSA contributions
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Flexible paid time off and company holidays
- Company-provided technology and equipment
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
