IT Infrastructure Network Specialist - Premier League Studios
We are seeking for an IT Infrastructure Network Specialist to join our IT Infrastructure Specialists team. This role is critical to ensuring the continuous, high-quality transmission of our broadcast and digital content. The preferred candidate will have extensive experience in designing and managing complex network environments, particularly within the demanding, live operational tempo of the television or media production industry, with specific expertise in high-speed data centre networking and broadcast protocols.
Who we are
The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its Clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans, communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone, everywhere and is available to watch in over 900 million homes in 189 countries.
In November 2024, the Premier League announced it was establishing a new in-house media operations business launching at the start of the 2026/27 Premier League Season. Premier League Studios will be responsible for all international media content production and distribution, providing a best-in-class content service to the Premier League’s partners and millions of passionate fans around the world.
The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where talent can flourish. We believe in the potential of everyone and open our doors to those who share those values. All appointments will be made based on merit; however, we particularly encourage applications from women, people from minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ people and disabled people.
Our hybrid-working model also allows you some variety on your place of work, offering you the chance to work from home on some days each week, where possible. You will be expected to attend the office or site visits in line with our company policy. All staff liaise closely with their line manager to manage their time appropriately and according to their work and team requirements.
The Role
- Network Design & Implementation:Design, deploy, configure, and maintain highly available and scalable Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), and WiFi networking infrastructure.
- Broadcast & A/V Integration:Support the integration of IP-based and cloud-based broadcasting technologies, ensuring connectivity for video and audio production equipment, editing suites, and transmission links. Expertise in SMPTE ST 2110, broadcast audio and video network protocols, and associated workflows is essential.
- Hardware Management:Configure and install various network devices and services, including routers, switches, load balancers, and VPNs, often involving enterprise-grade Arista hardware.
- Performance Monitoring & Troubleshooting:Proactively monitor network performance using specialised tools to identify and resolve complex issues (e.g., latency, packet loss, bandwidth bottlenecks) to minimise disruption to live operations.
- Security & Compliance:Implement and enforce network security measures, including access controls and segmentation, ensuring compliance with organisational and industry security standards.
- Collaboration & Cross-Training:Work closely with other IT infrastructure specialists (systems, security, etc.) and production teams. Participate in cross-training initiatives to share network expertise and expand knowledge of other IT domains to build team resilience.
- Documentation & Planning:Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and disaster recovery plans, ensuring clarity for all team members.
- Operational Support:Provide second and third level support for critical network incidents, requiring participation in an on-call rotation to support or 24/7 operational needs.
Role Requirement
- Experience in network engineering or IT infrastructure roles.
- Prior, demonstrable experience within a broadcast or TV company or a similar high-pressure, 24/7 (or 16/7) operational environment is highly valued.
- Deep knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, VRF’s, VLANs).
- Proficiency in configuring and managing enterprise network hardware, specifically Arista switches and routers.
- Strong understanding and experience with Wi-Fi networking principles and enterprise solutions.
- Experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools (e.g., Wireshark, SolarWinds, PRTG).
- Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (Azure/AWS).
- Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and fix technical faults quickly under pressure.
- Strong communication skills, capable of liaising effectively with both technical engineers and non-technical production staff.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic, fast-paced team environment.
- Experience configuring and managing firewalls is a nice to have.
- Relevant professional certifications such as Arista certifications (e.g., ACE: Arista Certified Engineer) are highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of broadcast-specific technologies, including practical application of SMPTE ST 2110 and associated audio/video network workflows.
- Basic scripting knowledge (Python or PowerShell) for network automation.
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About The Premier League
The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its Clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans, communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone, everywhere and is available to watch in over 900 million homes in 189 countries.
We have a wide variety of responsibilities. These include organising the competition and its Handbook as well as managing the centralised broadcast and commercial rights. The work we do in conjunction with the Clubs also goes far beyond the 90 minutes. We support and provide a framework for youth development, we protect the organisation’s intellectual property, support the wider game and community programmes, undertake international development work and liaise with governing bodies and other leagues.
The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where talent can flourish. We believe in the potential of everyone and open our doors to those who share those values. All appointments will be made based on merit; however, we particularly encourage applications from women, people from minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ people and disabled people.
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