Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery!
At Warner Bros. Discovery, we believe in creating the stuff dreams are made of. This isn’t just about wizards, dragons, and superheroes; it’s about the incredible storytellers, creators, and dreamers who bring our beloved characters to life and shape the future of entertainment.
Join us and discover a world of career-defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best self. Here, you are supported, celebrated, and empowered to thrive!
About Our Team
As our portfolio continues to expand globally, the Technology & Operations (T&O) team is at the forefront, building media technology and IT systems that uphold the world-class standards we are known for. T&O is responsible for implementing and maintaining the critical business systems and technology that deliver our products, ensuring we reach more audiences across various platforms.
Your New Role
We are looking for an Operations Engineer to join our dynamic team! Reporting to the Senior Director of Distribution Engineering, you will play a vital role in monitoring and supporting WBD’s Global television distribution infrastructure and our Live Events output.
As part of our Tier 1 operations support team, you will need a versatile skill set, both technically and personally. Your ability to stay focused and continually develop as a skilled technician will be key to your success in this role.
Your Role Accountabilities
* Monitor all of WB Discovery’s channels.
* Manage the switching of transmission systems during normal and emergency conditions to keep services on air.
* Respond to affiliate inquiries and maintain ongoing communication with customers.
* Act as a liaison between support teams and customers, collaborating across all leadership levels.
* Initiate critical outage situations and manage incident and planned work tickets.
* Liaise with third-party providers during fault investigations.
* Provide input and written reports on transmission system reliability.
* Check the health of Distribution equipment regularly.
* Proactively identify and address potential risks in our distribution infrastructure.
* Assist with training and development of Distribution Staff Members.
* Create and update documentation and procedures.
* Implement changes to distribution infrastructure as needed.
* Identify and establish new monitoring and metrics needs.
* Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
* Previous experience in a broadcast, media, or telecommunications environment.
* In-depth knowledge of television distribution systems, platforms, and standards.
* Working knowledge of digital baseband signals, SDI, HD-SDI, and ASI for video and audio signals.
* Experience with SMPTE 2110 and Television Distribution Systems.
* Ability to operate test and analysis equipment.
* Expertise in troubleshooting signal quality issues and systems integration.
* Strong computer literacy and excellent communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and maintain focus in high-pressure environments.
* Willingness to work overnight, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts.
Additional Information
Warner Bros. Discovery is evolving! On June 9, 2025, we announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, with an expected completion in mid-2026. This transition offers an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands.
How We Get Things Done
Our guiding principles are the core values that shape how we operate. We encourage you to explore these values and see how they resonate with you. We look forward to discussing them during your interview!
Championing Inclusion at WBD
At Warner Bros. Discovery, we embrace the opportunity to build a diverse workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives and experiences. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer, considering qualified candidates based on merit, regardless of background.
If you require adjustments or accommodations during the application process, we are here to support you!