Post Engineer

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Job Summary:
 

We are seeking a highly skilled Post Engineer with a strong ability to troubleshoot complex issues and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. This role requires a deep understanding of media workflows, including audio and video, and proficiency with professional tools such as Autodesk RV, Baselight, Teradici, and Avid Media Composer. Experience in SDR and HDR color workflows is essential. You will provide high-level support for frontline maintenance and troubleshooting of all physical and post-production-related equipment, as well as assist with the planning, designing, procurement, and implementation of media technology systems.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide expert troubleshooting and maintenance of media systems and associated software (Avid, Baselight, RV).

• Collaborate strategically and tactically with Feature Animation, DI, and Editorial teams to solve complex media workflow issues.

• Maintain and calibrate Christie & Barco digital cinema DLP projectors and other displays.

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation using tools such as Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Office 365, and Visio.

• Perform hardware, firmware, and software upgrades on media-related workstations.

• Develop and optimize efficient workflows for post-production services through research and evaluation of new technologies and trends.

• Liaise with Systems Engineers to enhance system performance and reliability.

• Configure video and KVM routing systems to meet production needs.

• Participate in off-hours maintenance, upgrades, and installation of systems as required.

• Ensure adherence to best security practices and maintain them consistently.

• Provide technical training to staff and support the broader IT team as needed.

What You’ll Need:

• 2+ years of experience in a similar role within AV, IT, Post Production/Broadcast environments.

• Strong experience in the entertainment/media industry is highly desirable.

• Proven installation and maintenance experience with complex audio/video systems.

• Qualifications in Audio Visual/Broadcast or related fields (or equivalent professional experience) are highly desirable.

• In-depth knowledge and experience with projection technology, AV networking, and streaming technology.

• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting OS and application issues.

• Experience in creating and maintaining detailed documentation and providing technical training.

• Strong collaborative and customer-focused mindset with the ability to manage internal and external relationships effectively.

This role is based out of Sydney, Australia. Hybrid Role (Minimum of 3 days a week in the office). 

NAS benefits can include medical/dental/vision plans, mental health support, retirement programs, and family-forming benefits, paid leave of absence programs, and paid time away programs to be used for vacation and sick paid time off. See more detail about our benefits here. 

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.