Digital Data Archiving Systems Engineer

About The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Digital Data Archiving Systems Engineer to lead the

design, implementation, and management of a multi-tiered data storage and backup

strategy. This critical role involves working closely with our post-production team to

develop workflows for archiving, automating data movement, and ensuring long-term

storage reliability and accessibility. The ideal candidate will possess a deep

understanding of data storage technologies, backup solutions, and system automation,

combined with a strong background in IT systems and networking.

What you’ll be doing:

• Data Storage Strategy Development:
• Design and implement a multi-tier data storage system that transitions raw video footage from high-cost primary storage to secondary and tertiary storage tiers.
• Evaluate and recommend cost-effective storage solutions, including storage on prem solutions, cloud services and LTO tape systems.
• Automation and Workflow Optimization:
• Develop automation tools and scripts to streamline the transfer of data across storage tiers.
• Collaborate with the post-production team to integrate automated workflows that align with content creation timelines and requirements.
• Backup and Archival Solutions:
• Establish a reliable backup strategy that ensures the safety and redundancy of all video content.
• Implement and manage archival systems to maintain accessibility and compliance with data retention policies.
• System Integration and Maintenance:
• Oversee the integration of storage systems with existing IT infrastructure, ensuring seamless operation.
• Monitor storage performance metrics and capacity, performing upgrades or optimizations as necessary.
• Proactively address potential issues
• Develop and execute strategies to enhance the reliability and efficiency of our post production lifecycle
• Collaboration and Training:
• Work closely with post-production and IT teams to ensure alignment on storage needs and workflows.
• Provide training and support to staff on storage and archival processes.
• Work with our network management team to optimize our network setting to support our video editing operations. Monitor and analyze network traffic to identify packet loss and latency issues. Work with the broader IT organization to implement network performance improvements.
• Develop new capabilities by working with the team to test and integrate new technologies, features and workflows
• Continues improvements by staying up to date with the latest developments in video processing technologies and archiving methods.
• Recommend and complement enhancements to ensure our storage systems remain on the cutting-edge and highly function.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain detailed documentation of the storage architecture, workflows, and policies.
• Generate regular reports on storage usage, performance, and system health.
  
  
  

What we're looking for:

• Extensive Experience in post-production workflow: Demonstrated expertise in managing and processing video streams, with a strong understanding of various video standards, formats, tools, and software. (live streaming and broadcasting is a plus)
• Hardware Proficiency: Hands-on experience with servers, fiber cables, switches, video hardware, PC’s and Mac peripherals.
• Network Management: Proven experience in network configuration, packet analysis, and performance optimization.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify potential issues early and develop effective solutions. Experience setting up and managing monitoring and reporting systems for video archiving.
• Innovation and Development: Experience in developing and implementing new capabilities in video archiving, such as transcription, translation, or other enhancements that improve the utility of archived video content.
• Attention to Detail: Highly organized and meticulous.
• Team Collaboration: Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to work closely with other team members and stakeholders to achieve project goals.
• Proactive Attitude: A proactive approach to improving processes and systems, with a focus on making our services more reliable and efficient.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Experience in video production or post-production workflows.
• Knowledge of file formats and codecs commonly used in media production.
• Certification in relevant technologies (e.g., AWS, CompTIA Storage , or equivalent).
• Proven experience in managing data storage and archival systems, preferably in a media or video production environment.
• Expertise in storage server technologies, including SNS EVO or similar systems.
• Familiarity with cloud storage platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) and tape backup systems (e.g., LTO).
• Strong knowledge of IT systems, including networking, servers, and data management.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., Python, Javascript, Bash).
• Familiarity with container technologies (e.g., Docker)
• Familiarity with machine learning and AI-driven video processing tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and project management skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
  
  
  

A Place to Call Home:

• We are based in Greenville, North Carolina, widely recognized as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of Eastern North Carolina. Greenville is a university-medical community, home to East Carolina University and Vidant Medical Center, as well as a vibrant Uptown Greenville District with a diverse art, music, and food scene featuring an increasing number of unique, locally-owned businesses and restaurants.
• Our excellent affordability, geographic location, and natural resources, combined with cultural, economic, educational, and medical amenities make Greenville-Pitt County a preferred community to call home.
  
  
  

Benefits:

The Perks, Why Work On the MrBeast Team:

• Competitive Salary
• Generous Medical (Blue Cross Blue Shield), Dental, Vision and company-paid Life Insurance
• Company contributions to employee Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• 401k Plan with Safe Harbor company-matching
• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays Company-provided technology package
• Relocation for those coming in from outside the area including travel and company-provided housing for the first 90 days