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# Real-Time Graphics Engineer

- **Company:** Tandym Tech
- **Location:** Fort Lee, NJ, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Linux, Graphics Software, Monitoring of Systems, Internet Protocol, Python (Programming Language), Windows Servers, Systems Integration, Delivery Pipeline, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/d75d635c-a84b-49d1-86a1-b08aaecf4b63

## About the Role

* 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

## 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