Technical Team Supervisor, OTT (French Services) (Telework/Hybrid)

Position Title:

Technical Team Supervisor, OTT (French Services) (Telework/Hybrid)

Status of Employment:

Contractee Long-Term (Durée déterminée)

Position Language Requirement:

English, French

Language Skills:

English (Reading - B - Intermediate), English (Speaking - B - Intermediate), English (Writing - B - Intermediate), French (Reading - C - Advanced), French (Speaking - C - Advanced), French (Writing - C - Advanced)

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.

Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

Unposting Date:

2026-07-16 11:59 PM

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we all have a story to tell. What’s yours?

If you share our passion for Canadian storytelling and you wish to help us engage with individuals and communities across our various digital platforms, this is where you’ll want to be!

Every day, you’ll have an opportunity to shape the way in which Canadians see themselves reflected in our digital services. Your work will have a direct impact on how millions of Canadians from various communities connect with our products, with one another and with the diverse voices that make our country so unique.

You’ll have the opportunity to play a part in enlightening and entertaining Canadians through our innovative work in building the mediums that deliver our content. We’re an innovative hub, where the talented professionals we work with are respected and valued for their contributions. Our product teams are vibrant, and our work culture strives to achieve the highest standards of diversity and inclusion.

We believe that hiring people with different career paths and backgrounds is fundamental in our shared success and in building healthy, high-performing teams. When you join our mission, you’re not only shaping the vision of CBC/Radio-Canada, but the future of our country.

We know that commitment to equity, inclusion and diversity is essential to creating content that mirrors and resonates with the rich and evolving makeup of our country. We’re also committed to reaching out and connecting with our audience on multiple platforms; this includes creating virtual places where communities can come together.

This is a hybrid position with a mix of in-office and remote work. Work arrangements will be discussed with hiring managers per departmental guidelines.

Why is this role important?

If you want to enter the world of digital media and be part of the change and growth of one of Canada’s long-established and respected broadcasters, this is your chance. CBC/Radio-Canada is looking for a Technical Team Supervisor to work with the OTT team. The OTT team is responsible for building, maintaining and supporting some of the most prominent video streaming products in Canada: CBC Gem and ICI Tou.tv.

You will lead the development on one of the value streams within the OTT product family. You will support the development team by contributing to the code, providing guidance on technical approaches of features and ensuring work delivered meets requirements and adheres to coding best practices.

Every month, millions of Canadians rely on Gem and ICI Tou.tv to inform, enlighten and entertain them. Whether it is through news, sports, scripted shows, or major events like the Olympic Games, our streaming services express Canadian culture with a mission to serve all Canadians.

We welcome people who are strong collaborators and feel they can contribute in non-traditional ways. If you're passionate about Canada and you love technology, learning and bringing out the best in others, you’ll love working in the OTT team at the CBC/Radio-Canada.

Here’s why we should work together:

Our digital teams’ values - collaboration, learning, and continuous improvement - embody who we are as a people-focused, digital-forward employer. We follow lean startup principles and use an Agile approach. Our dedicated people managers work closely with every individual to ensure we are leveraging their strengths, championing their ideas and supporting their pursuit of new skills and their desired career progression.

Perks you can look forward to:

  • Flexible work schedules, allowing you to prioritize yourself, your family and your work.<
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