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Senior Broadcast Systems Engineer

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Senior Broadcast Systems Engineer London Freelancer / Fixed Term Contract Join Al Jazeera Media Network’s London operations and play a critical role in delivering high-quality, live broadcast output.

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Systems EngineerInfrastructure & Cloud

Senior Broadcast Systems Engineer

London

Freelancer / Fixed Term Contract

Join Al Jazeera Media Network’s London operations and play a critical role in delivering high-quality, live broadcast output.

As a Senior Broadcast Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring that on-air programmes and engineering services are delivered seamlessly, on time, and to the highest technical standards. Working within a fast-paced, live broadcast environment, you will support and maintain the systems that power our global news output.

Responsibilities

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→Ensure all on-air programming and engineering services are delivered on schedule and at the highest level of quality
→Monitor and maintain the stability and performance of broadcast and broadcast IT systems, resolving issues proactively
→Install, maintain, upgrade, and repair broadcast equipment, systems, and infrastructure
→Work closely with technical teams to ensure uninterrupted transmission and smooth daily operations
→Execute planned maintenance activities and manage downtime requirements across the broadcast environment
→Update and maintain system documentation and technical diagrams
→Support technical projects, including materials requisition and reviewing vendor proposals
→Respond to faults, incidents, and service requests via the AJMN Service Desk, ensuring resolution within agreed SLAs
→Provide hands-on technical support across all broadcast and broadcast IT areas

Minimum 4+ years’ experience in broadcast engineering within a live broadcast environment
Indepth technical expertise across broadcast systems and broadcast IT infrastructure
Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues under pressure
Experience working in fast-paced, 24/7 news or live production environments
A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within technical teams
Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality output