Manager, Post Automation

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company (SpinCo) comprised of most of NBCUniversals cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, well continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

The Manager of Post Automation will lead a team of engineers and developers to help grow and support the NBCU Post-Production automation platform.  The ideal candidate will oversee the development, code management, and data reporting for the tools.  In addition, the ideal candidate will work closely with the Post Workflow team to ensure client requests are accurately captured, properly prioritized, and built to specifications

Responsibilities:

• Managing a team of developers and engineers in these areas.
  • Code management (including but not limited to CI/CD)
  • Development QA/QC
  • Data management and reporting
  • Application development
• Managing assignments for the team, based on timelines and the skills of the development team
• Assigning proper deadlines for each assignment
• Setting accurate expectations for senior management on delivery timelines
• Engaging with third-party vendors as needed, specifically regarding integration via automation
• Overseeing L3 support for the automation platform
• Overseeing L3 support for the internal Media Asset Management (MAM) platform

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in computer science, engineering, or a related field
• 4+ years of managerial experience as a Manager or Technical Lead.
• Experience with understanding third-party and internal REST APIs
• Experience in scripting and automation using tools like PowerShell
• Experience in Linux, Windows, Node, React, Python, and Ansible
• Experience in Development QA/QC Processes
• Background with some form of source control management (SCM), preferably git
• Experience in third-party post-production automation tools, such as Telestream Vantage
• Understanding of video archive solutions, such as Telestream Diva
• Should be familiar with the software build process
• Experience with asset management systems (Production Asset Management and Media Asset Management)
• Experience working in an agile/scrum environment.
• Some weekend and off-hours work is required to handle regular upgrades and technical escalations.

Desired Characteristics:

• Knowledge of cloud automation tools, using both Microsoft Azure and AWS
• Experience in Post Production Engineering, preferably involved in automation
• Experience in post-production tools such as Avid Media Composer and the Adobe Suite, including content import and export.
• Experience in file acceleration solutions such as Signiant using automation to orchestrate job submissions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and adept at building relationships with all technical and operational areas across NBCU

Additional Requirements: 

• Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $140,000 - $160,000 (Bonus eligible).

We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversals policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

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