Solutions Architect - Media​/Broadcast Enterprise Systems

Reporting to the Director of File Based Solutions, you work between Evertz clients, account managers, R&D engineers, project managers, and executive management to completely architect, design and document the requirements and implementation approach for Evertz end‑to‑end enterprise solutions for broadcast and media facilities. The successful candidate must capture our client’s vision, business and technical requirements and map them into Evertz hardware, software and professional services offerings.

The role requires both client‑facing and internal collaboration with R&D and delivery service groups.

• Work collaboratively with the account manager to define and document the scope
• Provide initial solutions to clients with Evertz equipment selection & systems design, refine over the design process to provide final quotation and supporting documentation
• Work with internal resources and the client to provide client demonstrations and/or documentation as proof of concept system, as required
• Work collaboratively with internal, client and third‑party teams to understand current and future business and technical requirements
• Take lead on proposal creation and refinement, take ownership and produce accurate documentation for bid set
• Identify and manage project risks, clearly state assumptions, and work with client and internal resources to mitigate risks in advance of deployment
• Ultimately create a clear and well‑thought‑out design package, gap analysis, functional specifications, and budget
• Identify new customers and build relationships while maintaining the existing customer base
• Act as the technical authority throughout the design, pre‑commissioning, onsite commissioning, training and sustaining engineering phases
• Travel as required to client sites

• Experience in designing, documenting and sustaining full life‑cycle end‑to‑end enterprise‑wide client‑facing projects
• Experience working with file‑based broadcast, production, post‑production, non‑linear distribution, automated transcoding and quality control, business/traffic systems type deployments and workflows i.e. the complete broadcast and media food chain
• Electronics engineering (or similar) education
• Problem‑solving and strong communication skills
• Results‑oriented, self‑motivated, and team player
• Familiar with BXF and industry standard traffic solutions
• Must have 3 or more years experience deploying file‑based workflow solutions
• Experience with broadcast IT with network infrastructure
• Understanding in applications integration with business systems via the use of XML as the interchange format
• Knowledge of current digital video compression standards and file types
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Evertz Microsystems (TSX:

ET) is a leading global manufacturer of broadcast equipment and solutions that deliver content to television sets, on‑demand services, WebTV, IPTV, and mobile devices (phones and tablets). Evertz has expertise in delivering complete end‑to‑end broadcast solutions for all aspects of broadcast production including content creation, content distribution and content delivery. Considered as an innovator by their customers, Evertz delivers cutting‑edge solutions that are unmatched in the industry in both hardware and software.

Evertz’ customer base includes telcos, satellite, cable TV and IPTV providers. With more than 2,000 employees, Evertz is a leader in the broadcast industry with global offices in Canada, United States, United Kingdom, Germany, United Arab Emirates, India, Hong Kong, China, Singapore and Australia. Evertz was named one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies, celebrating excellence in Canadian‑owned and managed companies.

Evertz makes certain there is an equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, Evertz will strive to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request.