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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior IPTV Systems Engineer - **Company:** Vitec, Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $89,423.0 - $107,692.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Systems Engineering, Client/Server Application Language (C/AL), Data Compression, Computer Networks, System Configuration, Linux, Middleware, H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Network Topologies, Internet Group Management Protocols, Issue Tracking Systems, Networking Hardware, IPTV, Multicasting, Data Streaming, System Testing, Virtual Local Area Networks, Web Applications, Computer Networking Systems, Audio Codec, Information Technology, Low Latency, Operational Systems, Video Streaming - **Published:** May 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=07f7ef1cdc20e2aa ## About the Role Do you have experience in Computer networking?, · Minimum of 5-8+ years' experience working with, installing, and deploying IPTV systems, network devices, and video streaming solutions. · Demonstrated experience leading deployments in customer-facing environments. · Strong technical depth in IPTV middleware and platforms, video compression and streaming (MPEG-2, MPEG-4, H.264, Internet streaming), digital video receivers and decoders, video servers, content distribution systems, and web-based client/server applications. · Strong networking experience including multicast, IGMP, VLANs, QoS, and switching fundamentals. · Experience troubleshooting live video delivery systems including stream integrity, latency, jitter, and endpoint behavior. · Familiarity with both Windows and Linux operating systems, including system configuration and troubleshooting. · Experience using ticketing systems, CRM platforms, and project tracking tools with strong documentation discipline. · Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, system diagrams, and scopes of work. About you · Seasoned and confident in customer-facing environments. · Strong ownership mindset with the ability to lead deployments independently. · Comfortable working in a travel-intensive, field-based role. · Calm and effective under pressure, especially during live system commissioning. · Highly organized and process-driven. · Strong written and verbal communication skills. · Ability to work cross-functionally with support, sales, and engineering teams. · Willingness to travel extensively (50-75%) and adapt to varying project environments. · Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. of VITEC products. Education · Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred. · Cisco networking training/certifications preferred. ## Description This is a full-time salaried position with a remote work structure. The role requires significant travel to customer sites and project locations. Under the direct supervision of the Manager of Customer Support, this position is responsible for leading post-sales deployment and commissioning activities related to VITEC's comprehensive range of IPTV, video streaming, and digital signage solutions. The Senior IPTV Commissioning Engineer is a seasoned technical professional responsible for delivering, configuring, validating, and handing off fully operational systems in customer environments. This role takes ownership of deployments from initial engagement through final acceptance, ensuring systems are stable, performant, and aligned with customer expectations. This is a deployment-first, field-focused role requiring strong technical expertise, customer-facing confidence, and the ability to operate independently in both on-site and remote environments. While deployments are the primary focus, this role will also support operations as needed, including assisting with escalations and ticket resolution. Travel to customer sites, tradeshows, and project locations is expected to be approximately 50-75%, depending on project demand. Main Responsibilities: · Lead on-site and remote deployment and commissioning of VITEC IPTV, streaming, and digital signage systems. · Configure and validate encoders, decoders, endpoints, IPTV platforms, portals, and signage systems. · Commission and verify live multicast streams, channel lineups, VoD systems, and endpoint playback. · Troubleshoot system-level issues during deployment including stream delivery, endpoint registration, playback performance, and platform configuration. · Interpret scopes of work, system designs, and network topologies to ensure successful implementation. · Work directly with customers, integrators, and internal teams during deployment execution. · Identify risks, gaps, and technical blockers and escalate appropriately. · Perform system validation, testing, and quality checks prior to customer handoff. · Deliver customer walkthroughs, operational training, and final system reviews. · Complete commissioning documentation, deployment reports, and handoff materials. · Support transition from deployment to support, ensuring continuity and clear documentation. · Assist with support escalations and complex troubleshooting when not actively engaged in deployments. · Maintain accurate project updates, notes, and activity tracking within CRM, ticketing, and project systems. · Other duties as needed. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Developer’s Perspective: Overview of the Tezos Blockchain Ecosystem](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/237-developer-s-perspective-overview-of-the-tezos-blockchain-ecosystem) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Edge Orchestration for the Physical World: Connecting Cameras, Sensors, and Devices with MQTT](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100081-edge-orchestration-for-the-physical-world-connecting-cameras-sensors-and-devices-with-mqtt) - [Exploring BOS: The Blockchain Operating System by NEAR Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/781-exploring-bos-the-blockchain-operating-system-by-near-protocol) ## Related Articles - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [How to Find Tech Jobs in Vienna](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/292-how-to-find-tech-jobs-in-vienna) - [How should you format your IT resume?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/68-how-should-you-format-your-it-resume) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)