Software Engineering Manager, Media Systems

Job Description About The PositionPeople Inc. Video seeks an experienced, hands-on technology leader to guide and manage the Video Workflow Tools and Technology team, video infrastructure, tooling, platforms, and support. This position will be responsible for the strategy of the MAM, DAM and video transfer, transform, and storage systems for multiple corporate stakeholders. This includes helping implement new MAM functionalities, working cross functionally to define and implement metadata taxonomy, as well as defining and improving workflow and supporting the cloud infrastructure required to operate these systems. This position is responsible for all video asset storage management.Strong Python programming skills are required. The role entails leveraging Python to automate tasks, improve system efficiencies, perform metadata transforms and filtering, and integrate with third-party APIs.The successful candidate will have hands-on experience with Iconik, LucidLink, Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro experience required), AWS Billing Console, AWS Elemental, Airtable, Python and the Linux and AWS CLIs. They will also have experience leading cross-functional teams and projects at the enterprise level.This role will be responsible for overseeing the tooling, technical strategy, implementation, and support of our MAM, DAM, and video storage infrastructure.Hybrid 3x a week- (New York, NY) In-office Expectations: This position is hybrid in-office, with the ability to work remotely for up to 2 days per week.About The Team: The video department at People Inc. produces thousands of videos per year. Our content ranges from high-quality branded content for Meredith’s advertisers to social media, and editorial content for Meredith brands including People, Entertainment Weekly, The Spruce, Shape, Food and Wine, Investopedia, Lifewire, and Treehugger. About The Positions Contributions:Develop and implement strategic technology plans for the Media Asset Management team, including the integration of new functionalities and enhancements to workflows, systems, and toolingCollaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement workflows, metadata taxonomy for efficient asset organization and retrieval, and archival strategiesLead efforts to improve workflow processes and optimize the utilization of cloud and on-premises infrastructure.Manage all aspects of video asset storage, ensuring accessibility, security, and scalabilityUnderstand video acquisition processes and oversee the digital asset lifecycle from creation to archiveProvide hands-on support and troubleshooting for Adobe Creative Cloud, Iconik, LucidLink, AWS Elemental and Airtable platformsUtilize Python skills to automate tasks and improve system efficiencies including metadata transforms and filtering and utilization of 3rd party APIsCoordinate with vendors and external partners as needed for system integrations and upgradesManage system cloud spend budgetEnsure compliance with industry standards and best practices in asset management and storageFoster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the Asset Management TeamWeight % /Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results15% Develop and implement strategic technology plans for the Media Asset Management team, including the integration of new functionalities and enhancements to workflows, systems, and tooling10% Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement workflows, metadata taxonomy for efficient asset organization and retrieval, and archival strategies10% Lead efforts to improve workflow processes and optimize the utilization of cloud and on-premises infrastructure.8% Manage all aspects of video asset storage, ensuring accessibility, security, and scalability7% Understand video acquisition processes and oversee the digital asset lifecycle from creation to archive12% Provide hands-on support and troubleshooting for Adobe Creative Cloud, Iconik, LucidLink, AWS Elemental and Airtable platforms13% Utilize Python skills to automate tasks and improve system efficiencies including metadata transforms and filtering and utilization of 3rd party APIs10% Coordinate with vendors and external partners as needed for system integrations and upgrades5% Manage system cloud spend budget5% Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in asset management and storage5% Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the Asset Management TeamThe Role’s Minimum Qualifications and Job RequirementsEducation: Bachelor’s degree preferred in relevant field and/or equivalent experience.Experience:Proven experience in deploying Media Asset Management systems and video storage infrastructure in the cloudHands-on experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Iconik, LucidLink, AWS Elemental, AWS Console and Airtable platformsHands on experience transcoding video for post productionExpert proficiency in PythonIntermediate BigQuery knowledgeLinux CLI experienceFamiliarity with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Premiere Pro and After EffectsExperience with AWS services, including AWS Billing Console, S3 storage, lifecycle management and AWS Elemental transcodingProject management experience, Agile and Scrum experience a mustSpecific Knowledge, Skills, Certifications and Abilities:Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and projects.Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environmentPrior experience in the media and entertainment industryUnderstanding video acquisition and digital asset lifecycle is paramount to this position:Pay RangeSalary: New York: $130,000 - $150,000The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of People Inc's total compensation package for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses, and short- and long-term incentives.In addition, People Inc. provides to employees (and their eligible family members) a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, unlimited paid time off (PTO), adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short term and long term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program, 10-12 paid holidays annually, and generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents), all of which may vary depending on the specific nature of your employment with People Inc. and your work location. We also offer voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance.