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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$80K - $95K *

Drive the maintenance and enhancement of Operational Technology systems, ensuring reliable water and wastewater services for a community of over 25,000. Collaborate with teams to optimize system perfo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $125K *

Grow your career with an entry-level role supporting electrical engineering in oil and gas. Collaborate with experienced engineers on design, construction, and maintenance of electrical systems across...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$137K - $205K *

Optimize global network services by engineering scalable solutions, ensuring reliability and compliance in FedRAMP environments. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, automate processes, an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to support and enhance enterprise network operations, ensuring optimal performance and security across global data environments. Collaborate with experts to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in complex avionics development, guiding cross-disciplinary teams through the full product lifecycle to deliver innovative solutions that enhance mission effectiveness and support U.S...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $200K *

Elevate your career by supporting global network infrastructure reliability and optimizing AI workload operations. Contribute to incident response, automation, and observability in a fast-paced, hands...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $98K *

Empower teams by providing technical guidance and project leadership for fiber optic installations. Manage on-site support, training, and troubleshooting while enhancing customer relations and contrib...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $200K *

Drive operational excellence by ensuring network reliability for AI workloads globally. Lead incident response and automation efforts while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance monitor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $183K *

Transform the future of government technology by leading the development of our AI assistant platform. Collaborate with customers, drive product vision, and deliver high-quality code in a fast-paced e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $230K *

Join a team that's redefining PCB design by collaborating with engineers to develop innovative hardware solutions. Leverage your expertise in CAD tools and PCB methodologies to drive projects from con...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $203K *

Lead engineering efforts in RF/microwave design, modeling, and test for advanced electronic sensor products. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions ensuring high performance and reli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K *

Develop and deploy network systems to enhance performance, security, and compliance. Conduct architecture design, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions while collaborating with IT teams and ven...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$165K - $200K *

Champion operational excellence by ensuring production reliability of global network infrastructures, driving automation, and enhancing incident response for high-scale AI workloads across diverse env...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Design innovative high-speed analog ICs in a collaborative R&D environment. Lead product development phases from design through to production, working closely with cross-functional teams to achieve cu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative network solutions by providing technical leadership and governance across product initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with long-term planning and operatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading complex high-voltage protection and control projects, mentoring engineers, and driving technical governance across utilities. Collaborate on innovative solutions that...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to high voltage substation projects by providing technical governance, mentoring engineers, and solving complex protection and control challenges from design to completion...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$277K - $297K *

Join a dynamic leadership team to drive content distribution and revenue growth across multiple platforms. Collaborate with various departments to create strategic plans that enhance audience engageme...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine engineering solutions as a senior engineer, leading complex projects and enhancing field operations through innovative strategies while collaborating with teams and stakeholders to drive mea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$146K - $234K *

Design and implement robust enterprise network infrastructure for federal clients. Leverage expertise in Cisco technologies and network security to ensure compliance and operational excellence in miss...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $124K *

Empower manufacturing excellence by leading control systems projects, enhancing productivity, and ensuring safety. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and innovate, driving continuous improvement i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative solutions in software defined radio and signal processing, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to advance defense applications and tackle complex challenges in wireless commun...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $108K *

Lead engineering operations by managing teams, optimizing maintenance, and ensuring system efficiency. Drive operational excellence through innovative solutions and effective vendor management while f...

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

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of high-value accounts, guiding them through complex sales cycles while building trust with C-suite stakeholders. Leverage your expertise to close deals and drive growth in a fast-paced...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving high-value B2B sales through consultative processes, managing accounts from initial engagement to close. Collaborate with C-suite stakeholders and leverage deep product kno...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.