Senior Network Engineer - Arista & Network Automation (Broadcast Media)

Senior Network Engineer - Arista & Network Automation (Broadcast Media)

Location: Bristol, CT (Onsite, 5 days/week)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Client: A Global Leader in Sports & Entertainment Broadcasting

?? Important Notice - No C2C or 1099

This is a W-2 only opportunity. Corp-to-Corp (C2C), 1099, or third-party agency submissions will not be considered.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer with deep expertise in Arista EOS, IP media transport, and network automation to join a high-performance engineering team supporting one of the most advanced live broadcast and media production environments in the world. Based onsite in Bristol, CT, this role is ideal for a seasoned engineer who thrives in fast-paced, mission-critical settings and is passionate about building and automating scalable, low-latency infrastructure for real-time content delivery.
You will be responsible for designing, deploying, and supporting Arista-based IP broadcast networks, integrating with real-time media standards such as SMPTE ST 2110, AES67, and PTP, while also driving automation initiatives using Python, CloudVision Portal (CVP), and modern DevOps practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Architecture & Design

• Design and implement spine-leaf data center topologies using Arista EOS and CloudVision Portal (CVP).
• Engineer IP-based media networks supporting SMPTE ST 2110 (uncompressed video over IP), AES67 (audio over IP), and Precision Time Protocol (PTP) for synchronization.
• Architect and optimize multicast routing (PIM-SM, IGMPv2/v3), VLAN segmentation, VXLAN overlays, and EVPN for scalable, high-performance media transport.
• Implement QoS policies, traffic shaping, and buffer tuning to ensure deterministic performance for live video/audio streams.

?? Automation & Operations

• Develop and maintain Python scripts and Ansible playbooks for automating network provisioning, configuration management, and compliance auditing.
• Leverage Arista eAPI, CVP APIs, and OpenConfig for programmatic control and telemetry.
• Integrate network automation into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Git, Jenkins, and Terraform.
• Monitor and manage network health using SNMP, sFlow, NetFlow, and streaming telemetry.

Support & Troubleshooting

• Provide Tier 3 support for complex issues across broadcast control rooms, data centers, and remote production sites.
• Use advanced diagnostic tools such as:
• Wireshark and Endace for packet-level analysis

• ThousandEyes and CA Spectrum for path visualization and fault isolation
  • Splunk, NetMRI, and Ekahau for log analysis, configuration auditing, and wireless troubleshooting
• Collaborate with broadcast engineering teams to support live event workflows, redundant signal paths, and disaster recovery scenarios.

Leadership & Strategy

• Act as the Arista and IP media transport SME, advising on best practices and future-state architecture.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal training and documentation.
• Participate in vendor evaluations, proof-of-concepts, and technology roadmap planning.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in enterprise or broadcast network engineering with a focus on Arista EOS.
• Strong understanding of IP media transport standards:
  • SMPTE ST 2110 (video, audio, ancillary data over IP)
  • AES67 (interoperable audio over IP)
  • IEEE 1588 PTP (clock synchronization)
• Advanced knowledge of:
  • Routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, PIM-SM
  • Multicast technologies: IGMP snooping, SSM, ASM
  • Layer 2/3 segmentation: VLANs, VXLAN, EVPN
• Proficiency in Python for scripting and automation.
• Hands-on experience with CloudVision Portal (CVP), eAPI, and automation frameworks.
• Familiarity with Infoblox DDI, F5 BIG-IP LTM/GTM, and Palo Alto NGFWs.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and troubleshooting skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in live broadcast, sports production, or media technology environments.
• Familiarity with broadcast control systems such as:
  • Evertz Magnum
  • Lawo VSM
  • Grass Valley Orbit
• Exposure to hybrid cloud networking (AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute).
• Certifications such as:
  • Arista ACE Level 2/3
  • Cisco CCNP/CCIE
  • JNCIP/JNCIE
  • DevNet Associate/Professional

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $80.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bristol,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2025.
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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.