VP of Technology

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Regular Full-Time Senior Management Watertown, MA, US

6 days ago Requisition

Reporting to the CEO, the VP of Technology is responsible for overseeing all engineering and technical areas of the facility including baseband delivered signals, transport streams in ASI or IP and RF services for both NESN and Sports Net Pittsburgh. In addition, the role oversees Information Technology inclusive of infrastructure operations, cyber security and AI as well as IT project management, overseeing building security and maintenance.

This position requires a strong leader with an ability to direct and motivate technical staff. Additionally, you will be required to establish and maintain a reliable maintenance program while operating the department in compliance with FCC rules and regulations.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining all systems to ensure fault tolerant and error-free operations of the network’s broadcast producing efficient, flawless Network operations. In this role you will be accountable for the station’s technical performance, including Broadcast IT. You will provide technical insight and vision as it relates to current and future video servers, automation, and related media management initiatives as well as current and future Production, Postproduction and file-based Workflows.

This person will work as part of a collaborative Engineering team to include Engineer in Charge and on‑call duties. Must be able to work five days a week with night and weekend flexibility and at other times as the business requires.

• Develop Engineering plans and strategies to support the achievement of NESN & Sports Net Pittsburgh’s business objectives
• Function as a strategic advisor to executive management regarding broadcast engineering technology and systems
• Set the direction and goals of the department, effectively communicating and fostering inclusion among the Engineering team
• Work as part of NESN/SNP’s leadership team to move the business forward and create a world‑class work environment
• Partner with the Broadcast Engineering Manager on planning, anticipating operational needs, and executing cross‑departmental projects
• Lead the team in successfully anticipating, developing and implementing strategies that meet current and future business needs
• Estimate and establish project timelines and manage projects to ensure deliverables are met on time
• Identify, diagnose and repair all broadcast related production equipment, uplink transmitters, Broadcast IT networks, antennas, etc., in a timely manner
• Function as the Engineer in Charge of live events
• Research and recommend equipment purchases within budget constraints
• Ensure all safety protocols are followed, maintained and updated
• Develop and manage a budget geared to achieving the network’s objectives within established financial parameters
• Interact with major decision makers to convince and influence business decisions
• Build and enhance high level internal and external relationships
• As part of the executive team, lead and/or make key contributions to organizational‑wide initiatives
• Lead initiative to refresh office space during 2026 and 2027
• Successfully engage in and complete other related responsibilities and projects as necessary

• 15+ years in broadcast/production engineering maintenance experience required
• 10 years of experience managing and developing a team
• A degree in Electronics or other related technical degree required
• FCC License and/or SBE Certification at the CBTE level required
• CCNA certification
• Must possess extensive knowledge of all broadcast systems, government regulations and industry standards to ensure the television stations’ technical compliance
• Understanding of digital and automation technology is essential
• RF knowledge to include terrestrial, Ku, and Ka Band as well as Antenna and sub systems
• Familiarity with IT and computer control systems as well as a CCNA certification
• Experience with Cisco Power…