Transmission Engineer

Job Title

Transmission Engineer I

Technology is at the heart of Disney’s past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more – all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney’s media business globally.

The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company’s media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world.

As a member of our 24/7, highly skilled streaming transmission team, you will support critical streaming broadcast systems, oversee and analyze audio/video transmissions across multiple data centers and ensuring successful management, monitoring, and delivery of live linear and live event broadcast streams within the IP based transmission ecosystem. You will work with cutting edge technology and be responsible for the Walt Disney Company’s most valuable sports and entertainment content airing on our linear and event streaming platforms.

Demonstrates an understanding of signal flows, signal measurements, and operational procedures. Possesses a basic understanding of satellite, fiber, and IP-based transport technologies, including HLS, RTMP, SRT, unicast, and multicast. Monitors and performs quality control on live event and linear acquisition signals across multiple transport formats (Linear, IP, Fiber, etc.), ensuring signals meet established quality standards and making adjustments to video, audio, and closed captioning as needed.

Performs quality control and corrective actions to maintain and enhance the quality of our products and services. Collaborates with internal teams and external partners to support the acquisition, monitoring, and distribution of live feeds. Troubleshoots and resolves day-to-day operational issues to ensure reliable signal delivery and service continuity.

• Route and monitor multiple audio and video feeds across a variety of transmission and distribution paths.
• Quickly identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in a fast‑paced live production environment.
• Remotely configure and support hardware systems used for live event acquisition, distribution, and linear operations.
• Continuously build knowledge of emerging technologies, tools, and workflows to support evolving operational needs.
• Adhere to company and departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and all applicable policies and guidelines.
• Contribute to troubleshooting efforts and problem‑solving initiatives that support operational performance and reliability.
• Accurately interpret routine operational information and apply that knowledge to day‑to‑day responsibilities.
• Support operations in a 24/7 Technical Operations Center (TOC) environment, maintaining focus and attention to detail in a high‑profile setting.
• Provide professional, timely, and customer‑focused technical support to internal teams and external partners as needed.

• Demonstrates an understanding of digital distribution equipment and technologies used in broadcast transmission environments.
• Possesses a basic understanding of IP‑based transport protocols and delivery methods, including HLS, RTMP, SRT, unicast, and multicast.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and comfortable using common computer‑based tools to support day‑to‑day responsibilities.
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate in a 24/7 technical operations environment and contribute as a developing technical professional.

• Prior broadcasting experience, military experience within related fields, or similar transferrable experience.

High school diploma or equivalent.

The hiring range for this position in a remote location is $73,100 to $98,000 per year based on a 40‑hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

A bonus and/or long‑term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Full time – Remote (Worker Location, USA)