Job Title:
Systems Engineer
Job Category:
Broadcast Engineering & Operations
Department/Group:
Projects
Location:
Ahmedabad / Vadodara
Travel Required:
Local Travel
Level/Salary Range:
Engineer
Position Type:
Fulltime
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Will Train Applicant(s):
Yes
Posting Expires:
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Job Description
Role and Responsibilities
1. Ingest Management & Content Preparation
· Receive, transcode, and upload video content, advertisements, graphics, and promos into the central playout servers.
· Verify file formats, frame rates, aspect ratios, and audio levels to ensure they align with broadcast standards (e.g., HD/SD specifications).
· Quality Check (QC) all incoming media assets for technical glitches, black frames, or corrupted files before queuing them for broadcast.
· Maintain organized metadata, file naming conventions, and archival storage workflows.
2. Playout Monitoring & Operations
· Real-time monitoring of live multi-channel playout systems, automation software, and uplink/downlink signal health.
· Execute and verify daily broadcast playlists, commercial logs, and automated live-switch triggers.
· Respond instantly to any on-air emergencies (e.g., signal drop, audio loss, freeze frame) by switching to backup servers or placeholder content to prevent dead-air.
· Handle live feed configurations for breaking news, external outdoor broadcasts (OB), or remote streaming links.
3. Systems Maintenance & Reporting
· Generate detailed daily transmission logs (As-Run logs) and incident reports for any discrepancies.
· Coordinate closely with content schedulers, IT networks, video editors, and master control room operators.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Diploma/Degree in Electronics & Communication, IT, or Media Technology. (1-2 Years of experience preferred) Shift Flexibility: Must be willing to work across a 24/7 rotating roster, including night shifts and public holidays.
Preferred Skills
· Broadcast Standards: Basic knowledge of video compression standards (MPEG-4, H.264, HEVC) and baseband/IP video signals (SDI, NDI, SRT).
· IT & Networking: Solid understanding of Windows/Linux OS, file transfer protocols (FTP/SFTP), network storage, and IP routing.
· Language Proficiency: Professional fluency in English.