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DryWater

Livestream Operator

Irvine, CA · On-site

$35/hr

DryWater has built a dedicated live commerce studio from the ground up at our new Irvine ... Own the technical execution of every livestream, including equipment setup, stream configuration ...

iHeartMedia, Inc.

Board Operator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music ... We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America ...

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How much do live stream operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for live stream operator in California is $18.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $20.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a live stream operator do?

A Live Stream Operator is responsible for managing the technical aspects of live video broadcasts. They set up and operate cameras, audio equipment, and streaming software to ensure a smooth and high-quality live stream. Their duties may also include troubleshooting technical issues, coordinating with production teams, and adjusting settings for optimal streaming performance. Live Stream Operators often work in industries like entertainment, esports, corporate events, and social media broadcasting. Their goal is to deliver seamless, professional live content to audiences across various platforms.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a live stream operator?

To thrive as a Live Stream Operator, you should have a solid understanding of video production, streaming platforms, audio/visual equipment, and troubleshooting skills, usually supported by relevant experience or vocational training. Familiarity with software such as OBS, vMix, Wirecast, or similar live streaming tools, as well as knowledge of network configurations, is often required. Attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, clear communication, and quick problem-solving are standout soft skills in this role. Mastery of these technical and interpersonal abilities ensures smooth, professional broadcasts and quick response to any issues during live events.

How much can you get paid for live streaming?

Live stream operators typically earn between $15 and $30 per hour, depending on experience, platform, and audience size. Some may also earn additional income through tips, sponsorships, or revenue sharing from the platform. Pay rates can vary widely based on skills, content quality, and the streaming environment.

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Infographic showing various Live Stream Operator job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Part Time, 33% Temporary, and 34% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $39,182 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Sr. Software Engineer, Data Streaming Systems

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Paramount
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities • 1 - 5K employees
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$144K - $189K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

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Job description

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content... you in?
We've got the brands, we've got the stars, we've got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet - now all we're missing is... YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter - both for our audiences and our employees - and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

 
Summary 
The Applied Intelligence Data Engineering team seeks a Senior Software Engineer specializing in large-scale, real-time data streaming systems. It builds high-performance, fault-tolerant streaming applications for real-time analytics, APIs, AI workflows, and mission-critical data services.
 
You will architect distributed, event-driven systems using Java, Kafka, Kubernetes, and modern reactive frameworks. As a senior engineer, you will shape technical direction, mentor engineers, and drive production-grade reliability across streaming platforms. This role requires deep expertise in distributed systems, concurrency, and cloud-native microservices.
 
 
Primary Responsibilities
Design & Build Real-Time Streaming Applications
  • Develop high-throughput, low-latency streaming applications using Java and Kafka.
  • Design event-driven microservices that process, enrich, and route real-time data at scale.
  • Implement reactive, non-blocking architectures for high concurrency and resilience.

Architect Scalable Distributed Systems

  • Design and optimize Kafka topics, partitions, consumer groups, and event schemas.
  • Build horizontally scalable services deployed on Kubernetes.
  • Contribute to event-driven architecture standards and platform design decisions.

Production Reliability & Performance

  • Optimize performance for throughput, latency, and resource efficiency.
  • Implement observability using metrics, logging, and distributed tracing.
  • Build automated testing strategies for streaming workflows, including integration and load testing.
  • Participate in on-call rotations and production incident response.

Cloud-Native & Kubernetes Engineering

  • Deploy and manage containerized services in Kubernetes environments in GCP or similar cloud environments.
  • Define autoscaling strategies and best practices for resource management.
  • Develop CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code practices.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Data Engineers to integrate streaming systems with batch pipelines and data platforms.
  • Work with Software Engineers and Product Managers to expose real-time APIs and services.
  • Collaborate with AI/ML teams to enable real-time feature pipelines and inference services.

Technical Leadership

  • Lead architectural reviews and mentor engineers in distributed systems best practices.
  • Drive code quality, documentation, and system design standards.
  • Advocate for scalable, secure, and maintainable engineering solutions.

Required Technical Skills
Java & Reactive Programming

  • Advanced proficiency in Java, including concurrency, multithreading, and JVM performance tuning.
  • Strong experience with reactive frameworks such as Spring WebFlux, Project Reactor, or similar.
  • Deep understanding of asynchronous, non-blocking system design.

Kafka & Event-Driven Architecture

  • Extensive experience with Apache Kafka (producers, consumers, streams, schema registry).
  • Strong understanding of partitioning strategies, offset management, rebalancing, and failure recovery.
  • Experience designing event schemas and managing schema evolution.
  • Familiarity with Kafka Streams, Flink, or similar stream-processing frameworks.

Kubernetes & Cloud-Native Systems

  • Strong hands-on experience deploying and operating applications in Kubernetes.
  • Experience with containerization (Docker) and microservices architecture.
  • Knowledge of autoscaling, rolling deployments, and production reliability patterns.

Qualifications

  • 5-8 years of experience and strong foundation in distributed systems engineering and event-driven architecture.
  • Proven track record of building and operating large-scale data streaming systems in production.
  • Ability to balance architectural rigor with practical delivery timelines.
  • Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills.
  • Self-motivated and committed to engineering excellence.
  • Paramount is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

#LI-PV1

Paramount Streaming, a division within Paramount Global, is the home to the company's direct-to-consumer services spanning free and paid in the form of Pluto TV and Paramount+. Pluto TV is the global leader in free ad-supported TV, delivering more than 1,400 global channels and an extensive library of streaming content, including live and original channels. Paramount+, digital subscription video-on-demand and live streaming service, combines live sports, breaking news, and A Mountain of Entertainment. Paramount+ features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including SHOWTIME.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $124,000.00 - 186,000.00. 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.  

What We Offer:
  • Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
  • Generous paid time off.
  • An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
  • Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
  • Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
  • Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

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