Video Systems Engineer, Media Systems Engineering

Prime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers premium programming, including original series, movies, live sports, and licensed content.
$127,400 - $212,800
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5+ years of experience
Entertainment

Description For Video Systems Engineer, Media Systems Engineering

Prime Video is seeking an experienced Video Systems Engineer to join their Media Systems Engineering team in Culver City, CA. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of entertainment technology at one of the world's leading streaming platforms.

The position involves working with cutting-edge video transport systems and infrastructure that powers Amazon Studios and Prime Video's global content creation pipeline. You'll be part of a cross-functional team that supports production and post-production partners, designing and implementing business-critical infrastructure that enables content creation and delivery worldwide.

As a Video Systems Engineer, you'll leverage your expertise in video transport standards, encoding protocols, and streaming technologies to build next-generation media solutions. The role requires deep technical knowledge of video systems, including SDI routing, multiviewers, and IP gateways, as well as experience with AWS MediaServices.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $127,400 to $212,800 per year, depending on location and experience. Amazon provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage, equity, and sign-on payments. You'll work in an agile environment where innovation is encouraged, and you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong technical expertise in video systems, and the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about video technology who wants to work at the intersection of content creation and cutting-edge engineering.

Join Prime Video's technology team and be part of building the future of digital entertainment, working with talented peers in a fast-paced, challenging environment where creativity and technical excellence are valued.

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Responsibilities For Video Systems Engineer, Media Systems Engineering

  • Be the lead subject matter expert on advanced, high resolution video transport systems
  • Design, deploy, maintain, and support media systems at Amazon Studios/Prime Video facilities
  • Act as the lead technical advisor for internal teams
  • Work closely with internal customers and partners to drive technology roadmaps
  • Work with external vendors, telecoms, partners, and industry organizations
  • Collaborate with production and post production teams on next generation media transport mechanisms

Requirements For Video Systems Engineer, Media Systems Engineering

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent
  • 5+ years of media, systems and/or video engineering experience in production, post-production, broadcast, or studio
  • In-depth knowledge of video and audio transport standards (SMPTE ST2110, NDI, Dante, JPEG XS, JPEG 2000)
  • Proficiency in commissioning, operating and maintaining Evertz ecosystem
  • In-depth knowledge and experience with video systems
  • Prior experience and knowledge of AWS MediaServices

Benefits For Video Systems Engineer, Media Systems Engineering

Medical Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Total compensation package including equity
  • Sign-on payments

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