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SiriusXM Radio, Inc.

Senior Media Design Engineer

SiriusXM Radio, Inc., Long Island City, New York, United States, 11101


Who We Are:

All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.SiriusXM and its brands (Pandora, SiriusXM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast, and SiriusXM Connected Vehicle Services) are leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment experience for listeners -- in the car, at home, and anywhere on the go with connected devices. Our vision is to shape the future of audio, where everyone can be effortlessly connected to the voices, stories and music they love wherever they are.This is the place where a diverse group of emerging talent and legends alike come to share authentic and purposeful songs, stories, sounds and insights through some of the best programming and technology in the world. Our critically-acclaimed, industry-leading audio entertainment encompasses music, sports, comedy, news, talk, live events, and podcasting. No matter their individual role, each of our employees plays a vital part in bringing SiriusXM's vision to life every day.SiriusXM

is the leading audio entertainment company in North America, and the premier programmer and platform for subscription and digital advertising-supported audio products. SiriusXM's platforms collectively reach approximately 150 million listeners, the largest digital audio audience across paid and free tiers in North America, and deliver music, sports, talk, news, comedy, entertainment and podcasts. Pandora, a subsidiary of SiriusXM, is the largest ad-supported audio entertainment streaming service in the U.S. SiriusXM's subsidiaries Simplecast and AdsWizz make it a leader in podcast hosting, production, distribution, analytics and monetization. The Company's advertising sales organization, which operates as SiriusXM Media, leverages its scale, cross-platform sales organization and ad tech capabilities to deliver results for audio creators and advertisers. SiriusXM, through Sirius XM Canada Holdings, Inc., also offers satellite radio and audio entertainment in Canada. In addition to its audio entertainment businesses, SiriusXM offers connected vehicle services to automakers.How you'll make an impact:The Senior Media Design Engineer is responsible for detailed broadcast system level design of a wide range of systems within SiriusXM's broadcast environments. This position will work with Network Engineering and Infrastructure teams to design projects that will advance SiriusXM operational systems into the next generation of IT centric broadcast systems, implementing key modernized technology architectures and concepts that will supply the highest level of quality and reliability to subscribers. The Senior Media Design Engineer is responsible for troubleshooting and refining design issues and implementing required changes to meet the requirements of assigned projects and support operational excellence as well as contribute to short and long-term strategic planning of broadcast technology.What you'll do:Design, install and deliver complex broadcast systems within deadlinesTranslate requirements into conceptual and detailed designs and engineering solutions for broadcast systems that align with the company's technology goalsInterface with Vendors and System Integrators - Communicating project expectations clearly and concisely to allow outside entities to deliver their results in a timely fashionInterface with IT and Broadcast IT teams to design and implement:

Audio over IP (AoIP) workflowsSoftware Defined Network (SDN)Virtualized environments

Study product design and customer requirements performance standards to define project specificationsReview industry trends and new product lines to determine validity to current and future system designWrite and deliver required technical documentation prior to system hand off to stakeholdersConduct and document tests assuring safe and satisfactory product performanceLead multiple projects in various phases of development and attend related vendor meetings to track development path inclusive of:

Scheduling - Develop, hold to or communicate slips in scheduling in advance of deadlinesBudget - Understand actions that impact budget and communicate as soon as these are known

What you'll need:Five (5) years of experience as a design engineer, bringing projects from design to production, ideally in a broadcast field or similar 24/7 customer facing enterpriseThree (3) years of experience in broadcast and Media engineering or a related fieldBachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer science, IT systems, and/or project management or equivalent relevant experienceWorking experience or knowledge of the following infrastructure areas of interest:

ComputeStorageVMWareOperating Systems - Windows, Linux (various flavors)Cloud Based WorkflowsAPI'sSecurity

Working experience or knowledge of Broadcast Media systems such as:

Scheduling SoftwareAutomation SystemsPlayout SystemsRecord SystemsAudio Routing, Control and Content OriginationVideo RoutingSignal ProcessingMedia Asset ManagementFamiliarity with broadcast standards, such as SMPTE, AES, and MADI

Experience working with cross functional teams and stakeholdersProficiency in Project Management practices and standards, certification, or formal training in project management processes such as Six Sigma, CAPM, PMP or AgileProject Management Skills including vendor interaction, preparation of documents for stakeholder acceptance and trainingAbility to lead multiple projects and reporting status to management for risk analysisMust be highly self-motivated and able to work independentlyMotivated to keep pace with rapidly evolving broadcast and IT technologiesExcellent interpersonal, written/verbal communication, organizational, and leadership skillsSystems documentation and operational proceduresAbility to multi-task, shift priorities, and be willing to adapt or improveStrong organizational skills and attention to detailsPositive attitude and strong work ethicGeneral proficiency and working knowledge in all areas of media engineeringExcellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issuesAvailability to travel for assignments at remote company locationsMust have legal right to work in the U.SAt SiriusXM, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your background and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. We expect the base salary for this position to be in the range of $103,300 to $147,820 and will depend on your skills, qualifications, and experience. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.Our goal at SiriusXM is to provide and maintain a work environment that fosters mutual respect, professionalism and cooperation. SiriusXM is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice.

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