What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Manager, Media and Content Services (Remote) position at A+E Networks?
Work Locations : With the exception of some select roles that have in-office requirements, A E Networks operates on a flexible model that allows for remote, hybrid or full time in office work (in certain locales).
Office locations include New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Stamford, CT.
Our list of eligible states in which employees may work remotely includes : California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Division Story
A E's Technology team is deep-rooted in the heart of our business. We have great people and great technologies, and together we take on the toughest challenges. As innovators, we choose to iterate, pivot, and adapt quickly. We've reinvented the way A E leverages technology to produce and sell world-class content. We've modernized our core solutions and embraced a cloud first approach. Perched on the virtues of our "Technology Code", we make technology better, create solutions together, and most of all, we have fun with it. Our team members are motivated individuals who help each other do remarkable things every day. Together we deliver best-in-class solutions that transform the way A E works. If this sounds like something you want to be a part of, we want to hear from you!
Job Description
THE ROLE : Engineering Manager, Media and Content Services
This role focuses on managing and mentoring a team of Software Engineers focused on applications supporting content management and media workflows that power all of A E Networks' consumer facing Owned and Operated sites and apps.
Day to Day :
- Manage a team that develops, enhances, and maintains the Content Management System (CMS) and Online Video Platform (OVP) based applications in collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Optimize and extend A E's CMS functionality to meet the evolving needs of digital businesses
- Optimize OVP features to ensure a premium video user experience; integrate encoding & streaming pipelines with the OVP
- Integrate third-party systems into the CMS / OVP for seamless metadata workflows
- Oversee OVP integrations with ad-serving platforms (display and video) - ensure proper ad display across web sites and apps
- Provide technical leadership by proposing solutions to business challenges, including recommending architectural changes when necessary.
- Identify areas for automation and scalability in the content production pipeline
- Ensure that technical issues are resolved in a timely manner
- Ensure timely project delivery, manage project timelines, proactively identify and mitigate risks
- Ensure applications are maintained and updated with the latest frameworks and runtimes
- Conduct regular code reviews to ensure code quality is maintained.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends in image & video technology, and content management, proactively recommend updates or improvements
Leadership and Collaboration
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN : Engineering Manager, Media and Content Services
On our team, you'll have the opportunity to innovate and learn. You'll have an opportunity to be exposed to the latest technologies - whether it be AWS, Video Encoding, Ad delivery, or CDNs. Also, you'll be able to seek out new technologies and implement them where they make sense. Finally, you'll be working with a first-class team of Development Engineers, Product Managers, 3rd party vendors, and more, that will support you and help you grow and thrive.
YOUR STORY : Engineering Manager, Media and Content Services
Compensation
Annual Pay Range : $143,787 - $168,231
Annual Incentive Target : 12.50%
The annual / hourly pay range displayed serves as a good faith estimate of the
minimum and maximum base pay range for this role. Compensation for the role will
be based on a number of different factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills,
competencies, location, and experience. A E offers a competitive total compensation
package, which includes healthcare coverage, 401k matching, and a range of other benefits. Learn more at aenetworks.com / careers.
A E Networks proudly provides equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants, and makes employment decisions consistent with this principle. The company's employment actions and decisions - including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, demotion, compensation, transfer, layoff, and termination - are made without regard to an employee's race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, alienage or citizenship status, physical and / or mental disability, medical condition, family and medical leave status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
A E Television Networks is a joint venture of the Hearst Corporation and The Walt Disney Company.
We are proud to be an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Veterans.
Salary : $143,787 - $168,231
