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Job Summary

The Center for Academic Innovation (CAI) at the University of Michigan (U-M) seeks a skilled Media Systems Engineer to lead the technical development and integration of media asset workflows, storage, and retrieval systems. This role will utilize various techniques including programming and using Generative AI to enhance operational efficiency across CAI's media asset management systems for online learning, XR programs, and digital archives. As Media Systems Engineer, you will develop custom applications, automate workflows, and integrate AI-powered solutions, directly collaborating with CAI's Media Technology, Media Design, and XR teams. You will be responsible for implementing scalable solutions that make use of various technologies including generative AI to improve media production and data management processes. You will report to the Associate Director of Media and Technology Solutions.

Who We Are

About the Center for Academic Innovation

Through curricular innovation, tools for student success and equity, and educational research and analytics, the University of Michigan Center for Academic Innovation is building the future of education. Our vision is a future in which education connects and empowers learners everywhere to reach their full potential throughout their lives. To realize our vision, we make it our mission to collaborate across campus and around the world to create equitable, lifelong educational opportunities for learners everywhere.

About the Creative Studios Team

The Creative Studios Team helps online learning experiences come alive for millions of learners around the world. With state-of-the-art production facilities on campus, we are an important resource to ensure that faculty get the video and audio production expertise, and coaching they need during the production of online courses. Our team helps faculty through the production process so they can focus on what they do best: delivering life-changing education to millions of learners around the world.

For more information, please visit our website: Academic Innovation

Responsibilities*

Design, implement, and maintain software applications to support the daily operation of CAI's Media Asset Management systems, equipment, and processes
Use Generative AI tools to streamline media organization, metadata tagging, and search/retrieval functions
Collaborate on custom media asset workflows that use purpose-built software applications to increase productivity through process automation
Leverage Generative AI for predictive analytics, automated tagging, and search functions to improve media production workflows
Continuously assess and incorporate new AI-driven tools that enhance productivity and data accuracy
Manage and secure CAI's media asset storage systems, including LTO tape systems and cloud integrations
Develop sustainable digital asset archiving, backup, and retrieval solutions using advanced programming and AI-powered tools
Collaborate with Media Technology and Media Design teams to ensure team-wide adoption of optimized workflows
Provide training on AI tools and custom applications to improve system-wide productivity and data handling
Stay current with media technology trends, especially in AI, and apply best practices to CAI's media asset systems
Evaluate, recommend, and implement cutting-edge tools and techniques that meet future media production and data management needs

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor's degree in Business Systems Administration, Computer Science, Broadcasting or Media, Library and Information Sciences, or related field and 3 years of professional experience
3+ years of experience in software development, with proficiency in Python, JavaScript, or a similar language
Experience or willingness to learn API development, system integration, and working with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
Strong interest and aptitude in exploring and utilizing emerging technologies, such as Generative AI and automation tools, to enhance workflows and data management.
Commitment to problem solving, teamwork, and the ability to act independently
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences and work well in a multicultural and collaborative environment
Ability to manage relationships with multiple partners from a collaborative mindset
Familiarity with media production environments and asset management systems (MAM/DAM) is a plus
Experience with backup systems, networked storage, and data archiving processes is preferred
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent critical thinking, problem solving, and adaptability skills within a rapidly changing media environment
Positive attitude and collaborative mindset to work effectively across interdisciplinary teams

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

Please Note: This is a 5-year term-limited position with the possibility of renewal depending on funding.

The mode of work for this position is Hybrid. The work requirements for this position allow both onsite and offsite work and you will have an expected regular and recurring onsite presence. On occasion, you may be required and must be available to work onsite more frequently if necessitated by our center's policy and domain leadership or by your job requirements.

Candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States.

The salary for this position will be based upon the selected candidate's education and experience.

Excellent benefits are available. For details, see: http://benefits.umich.edu/

Salary Information

The general salary range for this position is $82,000 - $90,000. You can expect to be paid a great compensation package. Factors used to determine salary include experience for the position and internal equity within the unit. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor agreement and transparency throughout the recruiting process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The Center for Academic Innovation (CAI) is committed to inclusion in our organizational work, culture, climate, and the products we create. We strive to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse team as a reflection of our commitment to our work designing equitable and inclusive learning and work environments that are necessary for the university community to make progress on solving societal challenges. CAI draws on each of our team member's unique backgrounds and experiences to guide our everyday work in the center, and our team collaborates with students, staff, and faculty on projects that center our commitment to DEI work. All interested applicants, including those from groups historically marginalized by educational privilege, are encouraged to apply.

Organizational Statement on Harassment

We believe all individuals deserve to be treated with respect and have the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes mutual respect and a safe space for collaboration. Any concerns shared with Individuals with Reporting Obligations in the Center for Academic Innovation will be reported to the Equity, Civil Rights, & Title IX Office to be reviewed and addressed, and the Center for Academic Innovation encourages reporting of any forms of harassment including sexual and gender-based harassment.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for at least seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

Decision Making Process

Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.