Staff Software Engineer - AI / ML

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 Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our people play vital roles in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
DISH is seeking a Senior Engineer to drive the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI/ML and Generative AI (GenAI) solutions to enhance 5G wireless operations. This role will focus on creating scalable and efficient AI-driven systems for network optimization, predictive analytics, and real-time decision-making. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of AI/ML capabilities into DISH's 5G infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement AI/ML and GenAI models to optimize 5G network performance, including traffic management, capacity planning, and fault detection.
• Integrate large language models and other Generative AI technologies into backend systems for automation and insights.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate AI/ML solutions with 5G infrastructure and transition responsibilities from previous resources.
• Enhance AI pipelines for scalability, real-time data processing, and seamless communication via APIs.
• Set up CI/CD pipelines and leverage cloud-native technologies for scalable AI/ML deployment and lifecycle management.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, ensuring best practices in AI/ML development, security, and performance.

Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (Master's preferred)
• 6+ years of professional experience in AI/ML, GenAI, or a combination of software development and AI-driven solutions, with extensive expertise in integrating AI/ML into enterprise-scale applications
• Strong track record of delivering scalable AI/ML systems, including experience in telecom or 5G wireless operations

Skills and Qualifications:

• Expertise in AI/ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, and scikit-learn, with hands-on experience in Generative AI and LLM fine-tuning.
• Strong understanding of 5G wireless networks and telecom-specific AI/ML applications.
• Experience designing and optimizing production-grade AI pipelines for real-time decision-making and predictive analytics.
• Proficiency in cloud-based AI solutions using AWS services like SageMaker, Lambda, EKS, and S3.
• Strong programming skills in Python, with expertise in Pandas, NumPy, Apache Spark, and API development for AI model integration.
• Skilled in CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and AI/ML security, compliance, and accessibility best practices.

Salary Ranges
Compensation: $110,100.00/Year - $133,700.00/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: DISH 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.