National Basketball Association

Project Employee, GDC Support Engineer Tier I

Media
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • College degree in Communications/Engineering or related field required, or significant field experience in lieu of a degree.
  • 2+ years of broadcast media or IT experience.
  • 2+ years of IP-based video streaming development experience (or equivalent).
  • 2+ years of experience supporting live broadcasts and live productions.
  • Basic understanding of broadcast media standards and technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Work with Production & Broadcast Operations to support game productions.
  • Maintain and support server-based digital video and audio control systems.
  • Assist with troubleshooting broadcast systems and IP/network-connected equipment.
  • Collaborate with Remote Arena Engineers, Production, IT, Operations, and Vendors for support.
  • Maintain the live environment for the Game Distribution Center, on-premises and cloud-based.
  • Provide troubleshooting support for operational issues to maintain uptime.
  • Flexibility to work various shifts in a 24/7 production environment.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance coverage.
  • Short-term disability benefit.
  • Access to mental health coaching/therapy.
  • Sick time off.
Full Job Description
WORK OPTION: The NBA currently provides eligible employees the option of working remotely one day per week.

Essential Functions and Job/Position Summary

The Project Employee, GDC Support Engineer will manage core functions at the Game Distribution Center in Secaucus, NJ, and remote/cloud productions, focusing on production, transport, and service workflows. This role requires expertise in multimedia infrastructure, live streaming, and media systems, including video, audio, IP, and non-linear devices. The engineer will troubleshoot issues during live events, manage systems supporting Direct-to-Consumer content, and have a strong background in broadcast systems and IP equipment. The individual will be part of the Systems Engineering & Support group, handling live event services, problem tickets, and escalations with a focus on customer experience.

Major Responsibilities
  • Work with Production & Broadcast Operations to support game productions.
  • Maintain and support server-based digital video and audio control systems, graphics, editing systems, and automation systems, ensuring smooth on-air operations.
  • Assist with troubleshooting and managing broadcast systems and IP/network-connected equipment, such as production routers, multi-viewers, switchers, IP codecs, and Layer 2/3 network switches.
  • Work closely with Remote Arena Engineers, Production, IT, Operations, and Vendors to provide support.
  • Help maintain live environment for the Game Distribution Center, both on-premises and cloud-based services.
  • Provide troubleshooting support for operational issues, helping maintain uptime and performance.
  • Flexibility to work various shifts in a 24/7 production environment, including rotating off-hours support.


Required Education/Professional Experience
  • College degree in Communications/Engineering or related field required.
  • In lieu, a college degree significant field experience will be considered.
  • 2+ years of broadcast media or IT experience.
  • 2+ years of IP-based video streaming development experience (or equivalent).
  • 2+ years of experience with supporting live broadcasts and live productions.


Required Skills/Knowledge Attributes

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in broadcast production, as well as excellent leadership and communication skills. They should be able to work well under pressure and have a keen eye for detail.
  • Basic understanding of broadcast media standards, workflow, and technologies used for routing, switching, encoding, and audio processing.
  • Familiarity with core routing and switching, including basic configuration and troubleshooting.
  • Knowledge of IP Networking Protocols like IGMPv2/v3.
  • Awareness of SMPTE standards for video production, such as ST-292M, ST-424M, ST-2110, and others.
  • Ability to work independently and think creatively to solve problems.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.


Salary Range:

$3,200 Bi-Weekly

Job Posting Title:
Project

Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical; short-term disability; mental health coaching/therapy; and sick time.

Eligibility Note: Not all positions are eligible for these benefits; eligibility may vary by role.

About National Basketball Association

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a men's professional basketball league in North America, composed of 30 teams. It is one of the four major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada, and is widely considered to be the premier men's professional basketball league in the world. The NBA was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in New York City. The league's revenue comes from ticket sales, merchandise, sponsorships, and media rights. The NBA has a global following and is broadcast in over 215 countries and territories.
Learn more about National Basketball Association
Size
1,100 employees
Industry
Founded
1946

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