Video Streaming Engineer

Video Streaming Engineer

• Daily Rate: Flexible (inside IR35, umbrella)
• Location:  Salford
• Job Type: Contract
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 6 Months

We are seeking a Video Streaming Engineer to join a high-profile project focused on Video Streaming Technology for Live & VOD content. This role is crucial for implementing, deploying, and maintaining the infrastructure as code for streaming video backend and components. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in modern programming languages and cloud-based video streaming platforms.

• Implement, deploy, and maintain infrastructure as code for streaming video backend and components.
• Monitor, log, and alert systems to proactively identify and address performance issues.
• Ensure uninterrupted video delivery by providing technical support and troubleshooting expertise.
• Resolve video-related issues and incidents, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance video streaming quality and infrastructure.

• Solid programming skills in modern languages such as Go, Python, and familiarity with specific streaming and cloud technologies.
• Experience with Cloud platforms, preferably AWS, and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong experience in writing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform.
• Proven experience in video streaming platforms, preferably in a cloud-based environment.
• Knowledge of streaming protocols like HLS, MPEG-DASH.
• Understanding of CDNs, caching mechanisms, and edge caching strategies.
• Experience with Edge compute.
• Knowledge of DRM systems and content protection mechanisms.
• Experience with ABR streaming and dynamic packaging technologies.

• Opportunity to work on a cutting-edge video streaming project.
• Exposure to the latest technologies in the broadcasting and online industry.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement.

If you are passionate about video engineering and have the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.