Broadcast Engineer Jobs

Broadcast engineers design, operate, and maintain the technology that keeps television, radio, streaming, and live production services on air. From transmission systems and studio infrastructure to IP video workflows and cloud-based media platforms, these professionals help deliver reliable, high-quality content to audiences.

Explore Broadcast Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Listings may include positions with broadcasters, media companies, production organizations, and technology providers seeking experienced engineering talent.

What Broadcast Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and specialty. Broadcast engineers may install and maintain audio and video equipment, troubleshoot signal paths, support control rooms and studios, monitor transmission systems, and plan upgrades to technical infrastructure. Many roles also involve maintaining uptime, documenting systems, coordinating vendors, and supporting live events or time-sensitive productions.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often look for expertise in broadcast hardware and software, video and audio signal workflows, networking, IP-based media, and systems integration. Familiarity with standards and tools used in television, radio, or streaming environments can be valuable. Senior roles may require project leadership, budget planning, vendor management, and the ability to communicate technical issues clearly across production and IT teams. Requirements differ by position.

Career Paths in Broadcast Engineering

Broadcast engineers can specialize in studio operations, transmission, RF systems, audio engineering, video engineering, media networks, or broadcast IT. With experience, professionals may advance into senior engineer, engineering manager, director of broadcast operations, or technical leadership roles. Emerging IP and cloud workflows are also creating opportunities for engineers who combine broadcast knowledge with modern networking and software systems.

Find Broadcast Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for Broadcast Engineer jobs and related senior media technology roles paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, experience requirements, location, and compensation details, then focus your search on opportunities aligned with your technical strengths and career goals.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$90K - $125K *

Empower the Activations team by analyzing data, building reports, and supporting documentation in ServiceNow. Collaborate with leadership to present insights and ensure service continuity while enhanc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K *

Empower public safety by driving new business in private EMS. As an Account Executive, you'll build relationships, manage sales cycles, and collaborate with teams to enhance community engagement throu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $154K *

Lead the charge in high-quality process design for complex industrial projects, collaborating across disciplines to ensure effective delivery from concept to detail, while driving execution in a dynam...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions for diverse land development projects. Collaborate with teams, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality design while promoting efficie...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Innovate your career by leading SaaS modernization projects, enhancing delivery efficiency through AI and automation. Drive customer success by transforming legacy systems into scalable, sustainable s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cybersecurity by designing, deploying, and supporting security technologies. Collaborate with clients to enhance their security posture while aligning with busi...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative substation projects, ensuring design excellence and timely delivery. Collaborate with teams to develop specifications, manage project scopes, and mentor junior engineers while main...

Lewisville, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$236K - $308K *

Transform your career by leading enterprise sales for federal agencies, managing relationships, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative technology solutions that drive miss...

Herndon, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$82K - $110K *

Transform the productivity landscape by administering and enhancing Microsoft 365 services, including SharePoint, Teams, and Power Platform. Collaborate with teams to deliver scalable solutions and su...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$70K - $114K *

Transform your career by overseeing OSP construction projects across multiple locations. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance, manage budgets, and drive successful implementation of fib...

Beaver Dam, WIRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing technical support throughout the commissioning lifecycle of mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure successful execution of com...

New Jersey, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $177K *

Transform enterprise infrastructure by embedding with client teams to optimize Kubernetes deployments, streamline migrations, and enhance AI capabilities, ensuring successful platform adoption and ope...

Tennessee, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $200K *

Champion the future of eco-friendly tech by building solutions for wildfire resilience. Collaborate with diverse teams in a remote-first startup to improve decision-making tools for land managers and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $210K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic data center electrical design team. Enhance project strategy, design, and deployment, ensuring excellence in performance while collaborating across functions t...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $131K *

Elevate customer engagement by driving successful project delivery, fostering collaboration across teams, and ensuring satisfaction through proactive communication and effective management of complex...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of IT solutions by driving revenue growth, building strategic client relationships, and implementing Cloud, Data & AI initiatives with major brands. Your impact w...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $165K *

Shape the future of solar energy by leading the technical strategy and customer engagement for eBOS solutions, ensuring successful deployments and optimization across all project phases. Collaborate c...

California, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $205K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of high-voltage transmission design. Lead projects, mentor talent, and ensure compliance with industry standards while delivering innovative solutions for clients...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to executing complex analyzer system services, ensuring quality and safety while delivering exceptional customer support. Collaborate with clients and teams to identify ne...

Houston, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at a leading firm by driving B2B sales of PEO solutions. Leverage your expertise to consult with small-to-midsize businesses, enhancing their HR and employee benefits while collabo...

Miami, FLRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive security excellence by managing identity access, external testing, and compliance processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance AWS security and develop scalable policies, ensuring robust protect...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

Contribute to power system studies for high-voltage substations, ensuring reliability and compliance. Collaborate with engineers, support project documentation, and drive continuous improvement initia...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$107K - $168K *

Empower your career as a Field Service Engineer, providing expert support for IVD biopsy tissue stainers and multi-vendor systems. Engage in hands-on problem-solving, optimize performance, and build s...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Transform the future of cloud infrastructure by automating and optimizing systems for reliability, performance, and scalability, collaborating with engineering teams to embed best practices and foster...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Unlock your potential by partnering with Sales to drive customer success, leading technical pre-sales processes, and mentoring peers while ensuring seamless transitions from sale to implementation acr...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a broadcast engineer do?question toggle

    A broadcast engineer designs, maintains, and troubleshoots the equipment and systems used to create and distribute television, radio, streaming, and live production content. Duties may include supporting studios, control rooms, signal paths, and transmission infrastructure.

  • What qualifications are typically required for broadcast engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek experience with broadcast audio and video systems, signal workflows, networking, and equipment maintenance. Some roles also value a relevant degree, certifications, or expertise in IP-based media and systems integration.

  • Where do broadcast engineers work?question toggle

    Broadcast engineers may work for television and radio stations, networks, production companies, streaming services, live-event organizations, and companies that provide broadcast technology.

  • How can broadcast engineers advance their careers?question toggle

    Engineers can build expertise in areas such as transmission, RF, studio systems, audio, video, or media networking, then pursue senior engineering, management, or technical leadership positions.

  • Can I find Broadcast Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, including broadcast engineering and related media technology opportunities. Salary and eligibility details depend on the individual listing.