Olympic Channel Services also known as Olympics.com is the global destination where fans discover, engage, and share in the power of sport and the excitement of the Olympic Games all year round. Through original programming, news, live sports events, and highlights, olympics.com connects fans to the Olympic Movement every day of the year in 12 languages.
About the position:
We are seeking a talented and motivated Solutions Architect to join our Technology and Operations team. This role is critical in aligning technical solutions with business objectives and production workflows. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering foundation and expertise in media, OTT, and digital environments. Responsibilities include designing scalable, innovative solutions, translating operational needs into technical requirements, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Additionally, the role will support AI initiatives, managing projects and coordinating with internal teams and external partners to deliver impactful, integrated solutions.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Act as the primary technical liaison between internal clients and engineering teams, translating business needs into actionable technical solutions and actively contributing to their implementation.
- Design and propose architectures for media workflows, cloud-based tools, and production systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and alignment with business goals.
- Collaborate with the Systems Engineering Manager to deliver tools and platforms that enhance production efficiency and reliability.
- Lead technical discovery sessions and requirements gathering with stakeholders across departments, including Editorial, Archive, Data Analytics, and Software Development.
- Engage with and support Artificial Intelligence initiatives within the TechOps area, coordinating project execution and integration with internal and external partners.
- Evaluate and recommend technologies that align with strategic goals, including cloud platforms, automation tools, media processing systems, and AI frameworks.
- Oversee the implementation of solutions, ensuring alignment with project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Provide technical documentation and training to ensure smooth adoption and operational readiness of new systems.
- Support the continuous improvement of existing platforms and workflows through analysis, optimisation, and innovation.
- Participate in vendor evaluations and integration planning for third-party systems and services.
- Ensure compliance with security, scalability, and performance standards across all solutions.
- Prepare and present progress reports and strategic updates on key initiatives, including AI-related projects, to upper management when required.
Skills, Requirements & Qualifications:
Education:
- University degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or Broadcasting/Technology field.
Experience & Technical Skills:
- Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in system engineering and/or software development in a minimum of one scripting or programming language.
- At least 2-3 years of experience managing vendors/ service providers.
- Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
- Previous working experience with cloud infrastructures (PaaS, IaaS, CaaS).
- Project managing the designing and implementing of scalable, secure, and resilient solutions.
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Grafana, ELK stack).
- Knowledge or versed in:
- API design and development expertise
- Programming languages expertise with one or more of: e.g. Python, Java, JavaScript (Node.js), Ruby, PHP, C# and Go.
- Deep understanding of RESTful services, HTTP methods, status codes and stateless communication.
- Authentication and authorisation techniques (OAuth, JWT).
- Data encryption and securing API endpoints against common vulnerabilities (i.e. SQL injection and XSS).
- Understanding of client-server architecture.
Knowledge & Technical Skills:
- Strong communication skills, especially in English.
- Media/ broadcast/ digital environments are highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of media asset management, transcoding workflows, and live production systems.
- Strong understanding of cloud architecture principles and deployment strategies.
- Knowledge of media formats, codecs, streaming protocols (e.g., HLS, DASH).
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation), and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).
Other Skills:
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business language.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Working across cross-functional teams including engineering, editorial and operations.
Additional Consideration will be given to individuals with expertise in:
- Cloud Architect certifications/training desirable (e.g., AWS Professional, MCSA: Cloud Platform).
Project Management skills and/ or certified, preferably from both traditional methodologies and modern approaches (i.e., Kanban, and Agile frameworks), with the ability to adapt and integrate best practices across diverse project environments.
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Workplace & Environment: What we offer :
- Health & Well-being – Private health insurance, mental health support, wellness & gym programs. Online support focused on employee well-being.
- Work-life Balance – Work from home flexibility (up to 30%), paid time off, parental leave.
- Other Incentives – Meal vouchers, transportation vouchers, pension plan.
- Visa & Relocation Assistance - Support for employees obtaining visas and relocating from outside Spain.
- Professional Growth - Training, language classes, development opportunities.
- International Collaboration - Diverse Teams, Global Impact.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a global team shaping the future of sports broadcasting.
- Develop innovative projects and drive operational excellence.
- Collaborate with passionate professionals in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
- Enjoy opportunities for professional growth including learning development programs and new project exposure.
- Working with a multi-national organisation: we have over 35 Nationalities in our organisation.
We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Only direct candidate applications to our organisation will be accepted.
Our Commitment to Diversity:
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all people. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, or background.
