Sr Manager, Live Event Streaming Operations

Paramount • Stamford, CT

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About The Position

The Senior Manager of Streaming Operations is responsible for the day‑to‑day execution and operational excellence of Paramount+ global Tier 1 live streaming events. This role sits at the center of live event delivery, ensuring that high‑visibility broadcasts are reliable, secure, and delivered at the highest quality to audiences around the world.You will oversee critical components of the live streaming technology stack—from cloud‑based acquisition through delivery—while monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues in real time, and coordinating with internal teams and external partners to ensure fl awless live event execution.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in live streaming operations, broadcast operations, or OTT delivery environments.
• Strong hands‑on experience with live streaming technologies and protocols (HLS, DASH, MPEG‑TS, RTMP, SRT, etc.).
• Working knowledge of cloud‑based streaming architectures (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Experience operating and troubleshooting encoders, packagers, and origin services.
• Familiarity with CDN platforms and traffic routing strategies.
• Experience with QoS/QoE monitoring and analytics tools.
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and decisive in high‑pressure, live event environments.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non‑technical teams.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting large‑scale, global Tier 1 live events.
• Background in media technology operations.
• Familiarity with DRM, SSAI/ad insertion, and live event redundancy strategies.
• Experience working with third‑party streaming vendors and managed service providers.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational execution for UFC, Zuffa Boxing, Professional Bull Riding (PBR), and additional sports, entertainment, and special live broadcasts.
• Ensure all live events are fully staffed and operationally prepared, including:      ○ Acquisition plans     ○ Encoding and packaging workfl ows     ○ Ad delivery plans     ○ Highlight clipping support     ○ Communication channels for all critical stakeholders     ○ Executive briefi ngs before and during events     ○ Post‑event recaps and documentation
• Serve as the primary operational point of contact during live events, escalating incidents and coordinating rapid resolution across engineering teams, vendors, and network partners.
• Maintain detailed runbooks, operational documentation, and incident reports.
• Support testing, onboarding, and validation of new streaming technologies, workfl ows, and vendor solutions.
• Participate in on‑call and off‑hours rotations aligned with live event schedules.

Benefits

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed