Vision Engineer (SMPTE ST 2110)

TL;DR

Vision Engineer (SMPTE ST 2110): Leading the technical planning and delivery of complex outside broadcast trucks and flypack systems with an accent on IP and hybrid SDI/IP environments. Focus on implementing SMPTE ST 2110 standards, optimizing broadcast network infrastructure, and ensuring faultless live production delivery.

Location: Remote (Must be based in the UK)

Company

A global leader in technical services and infrastructure for live broadcast and outside broadcast productions.

What you will do

• Take full technical ownership of vision systems for OB trucks and flypack projects from concept to live delivery.
• Lead the implementation of SMPTE ST 2110 environments, including PTP timing, multicast architecture, and redundancy.
• Configure and optimize broadcast network infrastructure, including switch configuration and traffic segmentation.
• Act as the primary technical authority (Guarantee Vision Engineer) during live productions, ensuring system reliability.
• Develop and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including system diagrams and build records.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive improvements in system design and operational workflows.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience operating at Guarantee Vision Engineer level in outside broadcast or live production.
• Strong expertise in SMPTE ST 2110 and IP-based production systems.
• Deep understanding of broadcast network architecture, including multicast and PTP.
• Hands-on experience configuring broadcast network switches and working with SDI systems.
• Advanced fault-finding skills in time-critical, high-pressure environments.
• Must be based in the UK.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to operate as a recognized technical authority in high-profile live broadcasts.
• Autonomous working environment with high levels of project ownership.
• Collaborative engineering culture focused on evolving broadcast technology.
• Remote work flexibility within the UK.