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HBS

Broadcast Network Engineer (Fixed CDD)

Hybrid

Boulogne-billancourt, France

Freelance

07-10-2025

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Skills

Communication Python Bash PowerShell Firewalls CI/CD Docker Kubernetes Monitoring Ansible Networking Architecture Linux git Prometheus Grafana

Job Specifications

Broadcast Network Engineer - Live Events & Infrastructure

Contract type: Fixed term contract | CDD to January 2027

Based in Paris, France. Hybrid work setup with 3 days in the office

This position may involve travel abroad

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At HBS, we're not just filming sports - we're crafting unforgettable moments for billions of viewers! Our infrastructure team is seeking a Broadcast Network Engineer - a role ideal for someone with live events experience, who is flexible, organised, and thrives in fast-paced international environments. The Engineer will contribute to the design, configuration, monitoring, and support of complex broadcast network infrastructures across multiple projects worldwide.

About the Role

Design, configure, and support network infrastructure for major events (on-site and remotely)
Document monitoring architecture, setup procedures, and network designs (NetBox)
Configure Layer 3 networks with multicast routing (IGMP/PIM) and VXLAN
Deploy and configure network monitoring solutions (Grafana, Prometheus, Telegraf, InfluxDB, etc.)
Integrate data from routers, switches, firewalls, and access points (SNMP, NetFlow, other protocols)
Build Grafana dashboards for real-time monitoring and alerting
Identify and troubleshoot network performance issues using collected metrics
Collaborate with engineering colleagues and stakeholders across international locations

Technologies You'll Work With

Protocols: BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, IGMP, PIM, DNS, DHCP, PTP
Topologies: Spine/Leaf, Hierarchical (Core/Distribution/Access, Collapsed Core)
Hardware: Cisco Nexus 9K, Cisco Catalyst, Arista
Virtualisation: Proxmox, Docker, Kubernetes
Firewalls: PFsense

What makes a successful candidate?

Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (IP addressing, routing, switching, multicast, PTP)
Interest in open-source monitoring tools and data visualisation
Familiarity with Linux and basic scripting (Bash, Python, or PowerShell)
Knowledge of CI/CD tools (Ansible, Git, Yang data model, YAML)
Highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive - able to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills
Flexible, adaptable, and able to work well under pressure
Strong communicator, comfortable working with multiple stakeholders (internal teams, suppliers, on-site operational staff)

Qualifications

Degree or diploma in Networking, IT Infrastructure, or Systems & Networks (Bac+2 / Bac+3 or equivalent)

At HBS, we thrive on delivering world-class broadcast solutions for major international events. We're always looking for exceptional individuals who demonstrate:

Strong Communication Skills - Fluent in English, able to navigate an international environment with clarity and professionalism.

Confident & Adaptable Team Players - Thriving in fast-paced, live event settings, where collaboration is key to success.

Technical Excellence & Organisation - Structured, detail-oriented, and proficient in the tools needed to keep operations seamless.

Who is HBS?

You've probably watched a football game at some point in your life. Well, if it was a World Cup match, it was likely filmed and produced by the HBS (Host Broadcast Services) team . We are involved in the production of the following events: FIFA World Cup 26(tm), FIFA Women's World Cup 2027(tm), Men's Rugby World Cup 2027 Australia...

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About the Company

Host Broadcast Services, fully owned by Infront Sports & Media, is a specialist host broadcast organisation, originally established with the core mandate of producing the television and radio signals for the 2002 and 2006 FIFA World Cups™. Based in Switzerland, but with its planning headquarters in Paris/Boulogne, the company has evolved since its formation in 1999 and built upon its unique capabilities by attracting expert personnel from the very top levels of the television industry to complement the experienced staff wh... Know more