Broadcast Technology Manager

• Provide technical ownership for UHD and High Dynamic Range (HDR) production workflows, with expert knowledge of Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG), HDR/SDR interoperability, colour management and professional video and audio standards.

• Support projects involving audio over IP, timing, remote production, virtualised production systems and monitoring platforms.

• Contribute to the integration of cloud-enabled broadcast workflows where relevant.

Project Management

• Lead complex broadcast technology projects from concept through to Games-time delivery.

• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, risks and dependencies.

• Coordinate teams across OBS departments and external partners.

• Prepare clear progress updates and reports for senior stakeholders.

• Manage project governance, documentation and change control.

• Ensure a smooth handover into Games-time support and operations.

Vendor & Service Delivery Management

• Define clear technical requirements, specifications and Statements of Work.

• Review technical proposals and support supplier selection activities.

• Manage relationships with assigned technology vendors and service providers.

• Monitor supplier performance against agreed deliverables and technical requirements.

• Coordinate design reviews, technical workshops, testing, commissioning and operational readiness activities.

• Work with internal stakeholders to resolve technical, delivery and commercial issues.

Cyber Security (Knowledge)

• Ensure broadcast technology solutions follow OBS cyber security policies and standards.

• Apply secure-by-design principles throughout project planning and delivery.

• Work with Cyber Security specialists to review risks and mitigation plans.

• Support supplier security reviews and technical compliance activities.

• Promote good cyber security practices across assigned technology projects.

Games-time Responsibilities

• Relocate to the Host City during Games-time, expected to be around 4 months maximum.

• Support installation, integration, commissioning and operational delivery.

• Coordinate vendor support during Games-time operations.

• Provide technical ownership of video quality standards.

• Provide issue resolution and service recovery.

• Support Venue Technical Operations throughout the Games period.

Skills, Requirements & Qualifications:

Essential:

• Degree in Advanced Electronics, Broadcast Engineering or a related technical field.

• More than 10-12 years of relevant international experience, including at least 8 years in similar roles involving complex broadcast operations or technology integration projects.

• Extensive knowledge of software-defined broadcasting and modern IP-based broadcast environments.

• Extensive knowledge of professional video and audio standards, including UHD and HDR workflows.

• Knowledge of SMPTE ST 2110, NMOS, PTP and related broadcast technology standards.

• Experience with systems integration, interoperability testing and operational readiness activities.

• Experience implementing cloud-enabled or virtualised broadcast technologies.

• Experience managing international technology vendors, service providers and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Proven project management experience delivering complex, multi-disciplinary technical programmes.

• Experience in live broadcast operations and/or major international sporting events.

• Strong communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

• Experience with Olympic Broadcasting Services, another Host Broadcaster or major event broadcasting environment.

• Understanding of cyber security principles relevant to broadcast technology projects.

• Familiarity with broadcast standards bodies such as SMPTE, EBU, DVB or JT-NM.

• Project management qualifications such as PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent.

What we offer:

• Health & Well-being– Private health insurance, mental health support, wellness & gym programs. Online support focused on employee well-being.

• Work-life Balance – Work from home flexibility (up to 30%), paid time off, parental leave.

• Other Incentives– Meal vouchers, transportation vouchers, pension plan.

• Visa & Relocation Assistance- Support for employees obtaining visas and relocating from outside Spain.

• Professional Growth- Training, language classes, development opportunities.

• International Collaboration- Diverse Teams, Global Impact.

Why join us:

• Be part of a global team shaping the future of sports broadcasting.

• Develop innovative projects and drive operational excellence.

• Collaborate with passionate professionals in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth including learning development programs and new project exposure.

• Working with a multi-national organisation: we have approximately 32 Nationalities in our organisation.