Real-Time Graphics Engineer

Tandym Tech
Fort Lee, NJ, United States
3 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Linux Graphics Software Monitoring of Systems Internet Protocol Python (Programming Language) Windows Servers Systems Integration Delivery Pipeline Information Technology

Job description

  • Own the performance, reliability, and maintenance of real-time graphics systems used in live production
  • Provide independent live show support for news, sports, and event broadcasts, including template loading, playout, and on-air triggering
  • Lead graphics system installations, upgrades, integrations, and redundancy planning
  • Build and maintain graphics templates, data links, and automation pipelines that streamline live operations
  • Document systems and processes, mentor junior support engineers, and participate in incident reviews and vendor coordination

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience owning real-time graphics systems in a broadcast, sports, or live production environment
  • Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent hands-on experience
  • Hands-on experience with Vizrt and/or Ross graphics platforms
  • Experience supporting live shows independently under pressure
  • Experience leading graphics system installations or upgrades
  • Working knowledge of broadcast signal flow, IP networking fundamentals, and system monitoring
  • Strong communication skills for collaboration with editorial, production, and engineering teams
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, 24/7 live production environment

Desired Skills:

  • Familiarity with camera tracking, AR, or virtual set systems
  • Experience supporting major live news or sports events
  • Mentoring experience with junior engineers or operators
  • Experience with Python, APIs, VM or vPod environments, Windows Server, Linux, or SMPTE 2110 workflows

Benefits & conditions

  • Shift: Day shift
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday, with additional coverage as needed for major live events
  • Setting: Onsite

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