Dept - ESPN Digital Media
Title - Software Engineer II
JOB ID: 146629
Job Responsibilities
ESPN is seeking a Software/Video Applications Engineer who will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, implementing and supporting new multimedia/video products for ESPN’s international markets. This position is part of the ESPN International Digital Media Product Development team in New York City. The International Digital Media group is responsible for innovation, development and support of all broadband video, mobile applications and global online services internationally.
This is an excellent opportunity for an avid sports fan with deep, hands-on technology expertise to conceptualize and build new multimedia/video related applications and products that extend ESPN’s worldwide brand recognition.
The right candidate will have a demonstrable track record of successfully building and supporting high quality, innovative applications and products for a consumer-oriented company. The right candidate must have hands-on technical expertise and be a self-motivated, team player who can drive his/her own work while keeping an eye to the overall business objectives of the organization. This person must be able to work closely with internal and external technology experts including Flash Developers, Software Engineers and Technical Producers.
Responsibilities include:
Lead engineering efforts for ESPN360 International Video projects and tasks
Design, develop, test and implement new applications (Java-based) that are scalable to large, global audiences
Develop new features and functionality for existing applications
Develop APIs to support data retrieval in ESPN 360 international products
Develop APIs to consolidate data from multiple sources for reporting
Develop system to integrate partner uploaded video
Develop system to allow affiliates to remotely administer IP lists
Support the existing infrastructure and applications and assist in technical analysis/evaluation of new technologies
Work closely with ESPN Digital Media Developers and Technical Producers to define long-term multimedia delivery platform to support international video products
Identify areas that require improvement and recommend/implement solutions
Required Qualifications:
Experience: BA/BS in Computer Science, Engineering or related technical degree
2-4 years of work experience in a consumer-oriented media company or software development company
2-4 years experience with Java, C/C++, Javascript, PHP, Python and/or Perl, servlets and web applications
Programming experience in Flash technologies and architecture, including Flash video (FLV)
Programming experience in Actionscript 2 (AS3 ideal)
Internet and network skills including HTML, XML/XSLT, HTTP
Knowledge of AJAX technologies a plus
Knowledge of server side programming a plus
3+ years in developing rich media client-server applications in Flash a plus
Understanding of multi-tier web architectures, and OO design patterns and concepts
Demonstrated ability to work on a diverse scope of software and database projects requiring detailed analysis, creative/practical problem solving, and sound judgment.
Ability to operate effectively in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.
Must demonstrate solid organization/communication skills.
Manage multiple projects within a short development cycle with moderate supervision
Passionate about sports and international sports!
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