Lead Network Engineer

Company Summary
EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.
Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.
Department Summary
Our Wireless Technology team is pioneering the future of connectivity. We're developing and enhancing a unique hybrid network model-combining our advanced, cloud-native 5G core with the nationwide reach of our partners. This approach ensures our network is flexible and powerful, designed to satisfy the social, economic, and transformative needs of the changing world.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The nationwide 5G wireless network requires a sophisticated infrastructure that balances massive scalability with mission-critical reliability. This role solves the challenge of designing and engineering foundational network elements that must perform seamlessly within a multi-VRF, service provider environment. By providing technical leadership for functional subsystem upgrades and strategic network expansions, the incumbent ensures the network remains resilient while evolving to meet next-generation telecommunications demands.
What Success Looks Like (Objectives)

• Delivery of scalable architectural frameworks that meet 5G service provider specifications and multi-VRF requirements within project timelines.
• Successful nationwide deployment of complex LAN/WAN/RAN configurations with minimal disruption to existing subscriber services.
• Standardization of technical communication through high- and low-level diagrams that accelerate cross-functional engineering cycles.
• Achievement of high-integrity network performance metrics verified through rigorous automated testing and integration protocols.
• Maintenance of mission-critical network reliability and 24x7 production uptime through advanced hands-on leadership and support.
• Measurable gains in operational efficiency and fault detection through the strategic application of AI-driven predictive maintenance and automation.

Skills, Experience and Requirements
Core Skills and Competencies (What you'll bring):

• Mastery of service provider networking protocols including MPLS, segment routing, and multiprotocol environments.
• Proficiency in IPv6 and SRv6 networking architectures within high-scale carrier spaces.
• Advanced expertise in traffic shaping, QoS, and high-availability configurations in multi-VRF environments.
• Deep understanding of data center fabric design, network security considerations, and redundant failover systems.
• Critical experience in network configuration and deployment automation using Python, Bash, Ansible, and Zero Touch Provisioning.
• AI Literacy and Application skills to leverage machine learning models for network optimization and anomaly detection.

Additional Qualifications:

• Professional networking certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE.
• Public cloud certifications with a focus on advanced networking or cloud engineering.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
• 8+ years of professional experience in large enterprise or carrier environments
• Extensive experience with MPLS and segment routing
• Documented success with IPv6 and SRv6 networking
• Proven history with eGP and iGP in multiprotocol environments
• Experience with network automation via Python or Ansible
• Expertise in data center fabric design and deployment

Visa sponsorship not available for this role
Salary Ranges
Compensation: $110,100.00/Year - $160,000.00/Year
Benefits
We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits .
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
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