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.

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$160K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading scalable infrastructure for mission-critical platforms across diverse environments. Collaborate closely with senior leaders to ensure security and efficiency in supporti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $168K *

Advance your career by leading the technical architecture and integration of innovative avionics display systems, ensuring safety and compliance throughout the full lifecycle of aerospace subsystems...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design high-speed analog circuits for next-gen AI technologies. You'll tackle complex challenges in circuit architecture, verification, and silicon implementation, contributing...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $241K *

Drive the integration and management of complex C4IT systems within a mission-critical facility project, ensuring seamless coordination across design, construction, and operational phases while addres...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform product and process quality through hands-on analysis and collaboration. Lead corrective actions, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with industry standards across the produ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$108K - $163K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced radar test software, mentoring engineers, and driving innovation in phased array testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of nuclear safety by leading inspections and ensuring compliance with NRC regulations. Collaborate with teams to analyze findings, mentor inspectors, and uphold public health standard...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Optimize safety and compliance by leading inspections at nuclear facilities, ensuring adherence to NRC regulations, mentoring inspectors, and analyzing operational performance to protect public health...

Today

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

$183K - $229K *

Engage with teams to identify and build AI solutions that enhance workflows. This role combines engineering and business acumen to create impactful, scalable systems, ensuring measurable improvements...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $295K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of wireless technology by developing innovative simulation tools and measurement methods for 3GPP standards. Collaborate across disciplines to influence RAN4 subm...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $157K *

Drive the development of automated quality assurance frameworks for OTT applications, ensuring high standards of functionality and reliability through innovative testing strategies and collaboration a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing veterinary education and research through dynamic leadership, strategic vision, and collaboration in a high-performing academic environment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform emerging technologies into enhanced software and hardware solutions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design, prototype, and document capabilities while ensuring compliance with...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$166K - $350K *

Drive the design and evaluation of RF power delivery systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure operational excellence and innovation in electronic engineering applications...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$166K - $350K *

Champion the future of RF engineering by defining strategic architecture and leading innovative solutions across product lines, enhancing semiconductor performance and driving organizational excellenc...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $182K *

Empower your career by analyzing and prototyping advanced RF communications systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance system design, testing, and integration, while leveraging your expertise...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$76K - $122K *

Innovate cutting-edge software solutions for high-performance datacenter systems. Take ownership of design and development, collaborating with a skilled team to drive product sustainability and valida...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Unlock the potential of our transmission systems by analyzing operational data, identifying risks, and supporting real-time decision-making. Collaborate across teams to enhance grid reliability and pe...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $175K *

Optimize project delivery by managing Gantt charts for multiple aerospace programs. Collaborate with engineers and leadership to ensure schedules align with critical paths, risks, and resource availab...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $136K *

Champion the procurement of complex materials and services, ensuring compliance with technical and quality standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and supplier de...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $103K *

Drive technical procurement excellence by collaborating with engineering and supply chain teams to ensure compliant sourcing of complex materials and services, contributing to operational goals and ef...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Drive the reliability and evolution of global office networks by designing, deploying, and optimizing wired and wireless infrastructure while ensuring security and scalability for a hypergrowth enviro...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $269K *

Join us as a technical leader in space electronics, driving high-performance hardware solutions for defense applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges and shape...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing engineering projects, providing technical guidance, and managing a team of engineers. Ensure timely completion of work while advising on technical and personnel matters t...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $116K *

Lead critical engineering initiatives to ensure seamless data center operations 24/7. Collaborate with a dynamic team to execute maintenance, repairs, and monitoring while enhancing your technical ski...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.