Job Description: Looking for a technical expert responsible for the end-to-end infrastructure of our sports live-streaming services. The candidate will manage our streaming platforms' integration and consistent performance, working closely with CDN suppliers and ensuring robust system architecture to handle high traffic during live sports events.
Responsibilities: Oversee the setup & maintenance of live streaming infrastructure, including CDNs (CDNetworks, Tencent, etc.), Cloudways hosting & Cloudflare.Configure & manage APIs, m3u8 links, SMTP configurations, live streaming signals & live trackers from our signal supplier. Ensure Access Tokens, Secret keys, stream names & playback domains are integrated effectively.Ensure high availability & reliability of the live streaming service, including effective load balancing & fault tolerance.Monitor & optimize the network's performance, including real-time traffic management, bandwidth analysis & system health checks (assessing RAM, CPU, disk usage). Regularly run speed tests to ensure optimal performance.Implement DDOS protection & manage network security settings to safeguard against potential attacks, including proxy management & firewall configurations.Troubleshoot & resolve issues related to DNS, DHCP, CDN performance, video quality, system downtime & other network connectivity issues.Develop & enforce policies for system maintenance, data backup & disaster recovery.Collaborate with the IT development team to enhance system integration & improve user experience on playback domains.Create & manage Cloudflare rules, check for real-time attacks & clear cachesManage the deployment of SSL certificates, perform disk cleanup, and maintain the overall web maintenance & backup.Set up & manage the email system for all staffUnderstand and manage hosting servers & applications, including VPS & remote desktop controlManage widgets, referral links & broadcasting technology integration to enhance the streaming service Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.At least 5 – 10 years of experience in network engineering, with a strong focus on streaming & video call technologies (RTMP, HLS, m3u8, FLV, etc.) and CDN management.Proven network and cyber security expertise, including firewall management and DDOS mitigation.Certification in AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty, CompTIA Network+, or similar certifications is highly valued.Strong understanding of Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Digital Ocean) & experience with server management tools (e.g., cPanel, DirectAdmin)In-depth knowledge of network protocols (SMTP, Proxy, TCP/IP) & network infrastructure toolsExperience with database management using MySQL & PHPMyAdmin; familiarity with Wordpress is a plusKnowledge of programming & scripting languages such as PHP is an advantage.Ability to understand API documentation & effectively integrate third-party APIs.Proficiency with SSH public keys and staging management for testing & deploymentExcellent problem-solving skills & ability to perform under pressure during live eventsExcellent communication skills to ensure smooth discussions between departmentsFully Fluent in both English & Chinese is a MUST (Chinese supplier & clients)