Remote Media Systems Administrator – Full‑Lifecycle Support & Innovation for Disney‑Scale Entertainment Platforms

About Workwarp & Our Disney Partnership

At Workwarp, we specialize in connecting elite technology talent with world‑class entertainment brands. Our flagship collaboration with The Walt Disney Company places us at the forefront of magical experiences that delight millions of fans across the globe. As a remote‑first organization, we empower employees to work from anywhere while fostering a culture of creativity, inclusion, and continuous learning. Join us and become an integral part of a team that blends cutting‑edge media technology with timeless storytelling.

Why This Role Is a Game‑Changer

The Media Systems Administrator position is a cornerstone of Disney’s digital media ecosystem. You’ll be the guardian of the infrastructure that powers streaming platforms, on‑site productions, and interactive experiences. Your work ensures that every bit of content—whether a blockbuster movie, a live‑event broadcast, or an augmented‑reality attraction—delivers flawless performance to audiences worldwide. If you thrive on solving complex technical challenges, love collaborating across disciplines, and want to leave a lasting imprint on the future of entertainment, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Key Responsibilities – Your Day‑to‑Day Impact

As a remote media systems maestro, you will:

• Provide Operational & Technical Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for all media system incidents, ensuring rapid resolution and minimal disruption to Disney’s content delivery pipelines.
• Troubleshoot Complex Issues: Diagnose and resolve problems spanning media servers, encoding hardware, content distribution networks (CDNs), and storage solutions.
• Monitor System Health: Implement proactive monitoring dashboards, conduct performance trending, and generate actionable insights to pre‑empt outages.
• Research Emerging Technologies: Stay ahead of industry trends—such as low‑latency streaming protocols, AI‑driven content optimization, and next‑gen video codecs—and recommend pilots or adoption strategies.
• Document Architecture & Procedures: Create and maintain comprehensive, searchable documentation for system topologies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and escalation pathways.
• Assist in Design & Implementation: Collaborate with architects and engineers to blueprint, provision, and roll out new media infrastructure projects, from sandbox environments to production rollouts.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with content creation teams, security officers, product managers, and third‑party vendors to align technical solutions with business objectives.
• Customer & Stakeholder Communication: Translate technical concepts into clear, concise updates for internal stakeholders and external partners, fostering trust and transparency.
• Participate in Agile Ceremonies: Contribute to sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand‑ups, ensuring media system initiatives stay on schedule and within scope.

Essential Qualifications – What You Bring to the Table

• Technical Experience: Minimum 4 years of hands‑on experience administering media‑focused infrastructure, including video encoders, playback servers, and streaming CDNs.
• Networking Knowledge: Strong grasp of TCP/IP, VLANs, QoS, SD‑WAN, and multicast technologies as they apply to high‑bandwidth media transport.
• Operating Systems Expertise: Proficiency with Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, Red Hat) and Windows Server environments, with scripting abilities in Bash, PowerShell, or Python.
• Problem‑Solving Acumen: Demonstrated ability to diagnose root causes under pressure, prioritize remediation, and implement sustainable fixes.
• Documentation Skills: Ability to produce clear, structured technical documents, diagrams, and runbooks that are accessible to both engineering and non‑technical audiences.
• Communication & Teamwork: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative mindset that thrives in remote, globally distributed teams.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications – Stand Out From the Crowd

• Experience supporting media workflows for large entertainment brands or broadcast networks.
• Certifications such as Cisco CCNA/CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or AWS Certified Solutions Architect.
• Familiarity with cloud‑native media services (AWS MediaLive, Azure Media Services, Google Cloud Video Intelligence).
• Knowledge of DRM technologies, content protection, and compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, COPPA).
• Hands‑on with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure‑as‑code tools (Terraform, Ansible).

Core Skills & Competencies for Success

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to parse logs, metrics, and telemetry data to uncover hidden performance bottlenecks.
• Customer‑Centric Mindset: Prioritizing end‑user experience and proactively addressing potential pain points.
• Adaptability: Comfort operating in a fast‑moving environment where priorities shift based on production schedules and live events.
• Leadership Potential: Willingness to mentor junior team members and champion best practices across the organization.
• Security Awareness: Understanding of network security principles and the ability to apply hardening techniques to media infrastructure.

Career Growth & Development Opportunities

Workwarp believes that your career trajectory should be as dynamic as the media landscape you help power. In this role, you will have access to:

• Professional Development Budget: Annual stipend for certifications, conferences (e.g., NAB, IBC), and technical workshops.
• Mentorship Programs: Pairing with senior architects from Disney and industry veterans to accelerate skill acquisition.
• Cross‑Functional Rotations: Opportunities to spend time with product, engineering, and creative teams, broadening your perspective on how technology fuels storytelling.
• Leadership Pathways: Clear progression tracks to Senior Media Systems Engineer, Technical Lead, or Media Operations Manager based on performance and ambition.
• Innovation Labs: Participation in internal hackathons and prototype initiatives that explore AI‑driven content personalization, immersive VR pipelines, and next‑gen compression algorithms.

Work Environment & Culture

Our remote‑first model is built on trust, flexibility, and a strong sense of community. As part of the Workwarp‑Disney family, you will enjoy:

• Flexible Hours: Align your work schedule with personal rhythms while meeting core collaboration windows.
• Global Team Interaction: Regular video coffee chats, virtual town halls, and multicultural celebrations that broaden horizons.
• Inclusive Culture: We are an equal‑opportunity employer that celebrates diversity of thought, background, and identity. Employee resource groups (ERG) provide platforms for advocacy and support.
• State‑of‑the‑Art Tooling: Access to premium VPN, cloud sandbox environments, and collaborative platforms (Slack, Confluence, Jira) to streamline remote work.
• Wellness Initiatives: Virtual fitness classes, mental‑health resources, and a subscription to mindfulness apps to keep you balanced and energized.

Compensation, Perks & Benefits

While exact figures are tailored to experience and geographic considerations, successful candidates can expect a competitive salary aligned with industry standards for remote media engineering roles. Additional benefits include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with generous employer contributions.
• Retirement savings plan (401(k) or equivalent) with company matching.
• Paid time off, parental leave, and sabbatical options.
• Annual performance bonus tied to individual and company milestones.
• Equipment stipend for home office setup (monitor, ergonomic chair, high‑speed internet).
• Access to Disney‑branded merchandise and exclusive content previews.

Application Process & Next Steps

We value a transparent and respectful hiring journey. After you submit your application, you can expect:

• An acknowledgement email within 24 hours.
• A brief screening call with a Talent Acquisition Partner to discuss motivation and fit.
• A technical interview focusing on media systems troubleshooting scenarios.
• A final conversation with the hiring manager and potential future teammates to explore culture and career aspirations.

Our goal is to keep the process efficient, supportive, and informative, ensuring you have a clear picture of the role, the team, and the exciting road ahead.

Join Us – Shape the Future of Entertainment

If you are ready to bring your expertise, curiosity, and passion for media technology to a role that makes magic happen for millions of fans every day, we want to hear from you. Apply now, and let’s build the future of Disney‑scale entertainment together.

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