--- title: 'Infrastructure DevOps Engineer at MLB Network' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/infrastructure-devops-engineer-mlb-network-secaucus-sv6rv32tbx33' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-11' --- # Infrastructure DevOps Engineer at MLB Network - **Company:** MLB Network - **Location:** Secaucus, NJ - **Posted:** 2026-04-09 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/mlbnetwork/jobs/7802671 ## Job description MLB Network seeks an Infrastructure DevOps Engineer to join their team and help build robust CI/CD pipelines, create automations, and ensure reliability and performance of MLBN’s systems. Responsibilities: - Administer and optimize Windows and Linux-based systems with a solid grasp of OS-level architectures and performance tuning. - Administer and maintain virtualization platforms for back office and broadcast. - Support and build databases for enterprise and broadcast. - Manage and support backend storage systems. - Build and maintain infrastructure using automation and configuration management tooling (ex: Terraform, Ansible, Packer, etc). - Develop automation scripts and tools to streamline operations and improve efficiency. - Collaborate with internal IT and engineering teams to build systems, integrations, and business processes. - Develop and maintain technical documentation for infrastructure processes and systems. - Design and maintain production-grade cloud systems - Stay current with system information, changes and updates. - Work with subject matter experts on networking and server projects to improve the end user experience. - Maintain 24/7 business continuity by providing night, weekend, and on-call support as needed, with potential travel for major events. - Other such duties as required. Qualifications and Skills: - A minimum of 2-3 years of experience with Windows and Linux administration, with a thorough understanding of writing scripts (Powershell, Bash, etc). - Familiarity with Go, Python or other languages for automation, scripting, and tooling. - Strong knowledge of Git, Terraform, Ansible, Packer, GitHub Actions, etc. - Strong knowledge in virtualization platforms and hypervisors such as VMware, Azure Local, Hyper-V, etc. - Experience administrating one of the major clouds (strong preference to GCP/Azure) - Experience in building and supporting storage platforms (ex: Qumulo, PureStorage, etc) - Experience in database systems (Azure SQL MI, MS SQL, Postgres, etc) - Communicating with internal teams to understand requirements, and writing automations acceptable to them. - Experience with monitoring and logging tools. - Strong fundamentals on enterprise systems such as Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, SQL, etc. - Understanding of video/audio workflows inside a broadcast facility. - Experience in building cloud based broadcast systems and workflows a plus. - Experience with HRIS systems a plus (ex: UKG, Workday) - Needs to be highly professional, courteous, organized, and demonstrate initiative and an ability to complete multiple assignments in a timely manner. - Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. - Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. - Possess the manual dexterity needed to effectively create required work product. - Possess the visual acuity needed to effectively create required work product. - Possess the auditory acuity needed to effectively create required work product. - Must possess excellent analytical and communication skills. - Prompt and regular attendance at an assigned work location. Education: - Bachelor’s degree in IT / Technical Communications, Broadcast IT or equivalent related experience is preferred. Position Reports to: - Director, Information Technology Pay Range: $100,000 - $125,000 As a candidate for this position, your salary and related aspects of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, skills, and any other factors MLB Network considers relevant to the hiring decision. In addition to your salary, MLB Network believes in providing a competitive benefits package for its employees. Top MLB Network Perks & Benefits: - Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage - Company Contributed 401K Plan - Paid Time Off and Holidays - Discretionary bonus eligibility - Family Leave Benefits - Commuter Benefits - Discounts at MLB Store | MLBShop.com - Disability Benefits (short term and long term) - Life and Accidental Death Insurance - Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) - Training & Development Programs - Tuition Reimbursement Why MLB Network? MLB Network is the ultimate television destination for baseball fans, with studios located in Secaucus, N.J., just minutes from New York City. Featuring live regular season game telecasts, original programming, highlights, insights and analysis from the best in the business, MLB Network produces baseball content for delivery to multiple media platforms. Cutting-edge technology is used to create MLB Network's Emmy Award-winning programming via roles in live studio and remote production, operations, engineering, media management, creative services, social media and others. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email us at MLBNHR@mlb.com. Requests received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response. Are you ready to Step Up to the Plate? Apply below! ## About MLB Network ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Spectator Sports / Sports Media & Broadcasting - **Target customers**: Baseball fans in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, and the Philippines. Distributed via cable, satellite, telco, and direct-to-consumer streaming. - **Mission or purpose**: To be the ultimate content platform for baseball fans, providing live games, expert analysis, and original programming year-round. ## Products & Services - **MLB Network (TV channel)**: A 24/7 cable/satellite channel featuring live regular-season games, Spring Training games, and special events. Signature show is “MLB Tonight,” an Emmy Award-winning nightly studio program with live look-ins, highlights, and analysis. - **MLB Network Streaming (Direct-to-Consumer)**: Available as a standalone subscription or bundled with MLB.tv, offering the same content without a traditional pay-TV subscription. - **Original Programming**: Shows such as “Hot Stove” (offseason morning show), documentaries, and studio specials produced in four high-tech studios (Studio 3, Studio K, Studio 21, Studio 42). - **MLB Network Radio**: A sister audio channel on SiriusXM. - **NHL Network**: Managed by MLB Advanced Media since 2015 and co-located in the same Secaucus facility. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (privately held; MLB Network is a division of Major League Baseball) - **Key Metric**: Available to approximately 31 million pay-TV households in the U.S. as of November 2023 (down from a peak of 71 million in 2013). The network also reaches international audiences via distribution deals. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Major League Baseball (67.01% ownership), TNT Sports (16.67%), Charter Communications (5.44%), Cox Communications (5.44%), NBC Sports Group (5.44%). - **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 9.3% year-over-year to 611 employees; 12 active job postings as of mid-2026; expanding direct-to-consumer distribution; strong alumni pipeline to/from other major sports networks (ESPN, NBC Sports, FOX Sports, etc.). ## Competitive Advantages - **Exclusive content rights**: Unmatched access to MLB games, archives, players, and league events, making it the only network with comprehensive live baseball coverage. - **State-of-the-art production facilities**: Four purpose-built studios (including a replica baseball field in Studio 42) with advanced robotic cameras, augmented reality, and high-resolution LED displays. - **Deep talent pool**: Attracts experienced sports media professionals from NBC, ESPN, FOX, CBS, and the NBA/NFL networks. - **Year-round programming**: “MLB Tonight” airs 365 days a year, maintaining audience engagement even during the offseason. ## Strategic Focus - **Direct-to-consumer expansion**: Growing the standalone streaming offering to offset traditional pay-TV subscriber declines. - **Technology modernization**: Investing in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and advanced graphics/AR capabilities (as seen in job postings for Infrastructure DevOps Engineer and Vizrt/React skills). - **International reach**: Broadening distribution in Latin America, Europe, and Asia. - **Content diversification**: Producing more original series, documentaries, and digital-first content to attract younger viewers. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: A collaborative environment at the intersection of sports, media, and technology. Employees have access to cutting-edge broadcast equipment and work alongside industry veterans. - **Work policy**: Based in Secaucus, NJ (with a NYC satellite office). Many roles are on-site due to the nature of live production, but some hybrid/freelance positions exist. - **Notable perks/engineering culture**: Hands-on work with advanced robotics, AR graphics, and cloud-native tools (Terraform, GitHub Actions, Snowflake, Python). The company provides training on proprietary systems and encourages cross-functional collaboration. - **Growth trajectory**: Headcount growing ~9% annually; frequent internal promotions and movement across MLB’s broader ecosystem. ## Sources 1. [mlb.com](https://www.mlb.com/network/about) – About MLB Network 2. [mlb.com](https://www.mlb.com/careers/mlb-network) – MLB Network careers page 3. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/mlbnetwork?gh_src=65f930101us) – Active job listings at MLB Network 4. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/mlb-network) – MLB Network LinkedIn profile (company details, headcount, tech stack) 5. 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