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Sr. Network Engineer

AT Warner Bros. Discovery
Warner Bros. Discovery

Sr. Network Engineer

Burbank, CA

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are...

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

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Your New Role:
The Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for working with the Operations and Engineering Teams in support of strategic improvements of the global network platform focusing on the Burbank Studios network fabric. The individual will be continually evaluating processes and technology solutions to ensure expected outcomes are achieved in the most efficient way whilst documenting any improvements to help ensure standards and processes are followed.

Working closely with studio operational teams, internal and external productions and studio-based clients to ensure that individual requirements are satisfied. The Senior Infrastructure Engineer will also be responsible for working on large studio focused projects and will be responsible for individual contributions to budgets and schedules, all while ensuring that quality and business agility needs are fully addressed.

Your Role Accountabilities:

OPERATIONS/PROJECT MANAGEMENT/ENGINEERING

  • Support WBD Burbank Studio network infrastructure and related services 24*7 by responding to and resolving all service requests and trouble tickets within a stipulated SLA time


  • Work directly with production and studio tenants to ensure the network is delivered to specific needs


  • Collaborate on network infrastructure modernization and expansion projects in an engineering and design role.


  • Documentation of operational configuration changes and process improvements


  • Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications & Experiences:

  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in network engineering in an enterprise network production environment


  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or similar preferred


  • Advanced knowledge of Arista network vxlan fabrics required


  • Knowledge of Cisco, Juniper, HP, Palo Alto - preferred


  • Wireless management in a campus environment preferred


  • Experience with Arista Cloud Vision preferred


  • Modern scripting skills required - Python preferred


  • Experience in Film/Television and Broadcast Production environments. Preferred


  • Process oriented engineer with strong execution and follow-through skills


  • Able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize workload


  • Strong and consistent customer service and communication skills


  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule


  • Strong team member with self-motivation and desires to improve the infrastructure


  • Excellent troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills


  • Must participate in an on-call rotation for out of hours support


  • Minimal travel anticipated for this position


  • Must have the legal right to work in the US

How We Get Things Done...

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $110,040.00 - $204,360.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

If you're a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Client-provided location(s): Burbank, CA, USA
Job ID: Discovery-WAMEGLOBALR000091076EXTERNALENGLOBAL
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • Snacks
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Sabbatical
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • 401(K)
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Professional Coaching
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)