Lead Network Engineer
About The Position
The Lead Network Engineer designs and engineers foundational network elements for a nationwide 5G wireless network in a scalable, mission-critical, multi-VRF service provider environment. The role provides technical leadership for subsystem upgrades and strategic network expansions, helping maintain network resilience while supporting evolving telecommunications demands. The engineer develops scalable architectures, leads deployment of complex LAN/WAN/RAN configurations, produces technical diagrams, and ensures network performance through automated testing and integration. The role also supports 24x7 production uptime and applies AI-driven predictive maintenance and automation to improve operational efficiency and fault detection. The position is part of EchoStar’s Wireless Technology team, which develops a hybrid network model combining a cloud-native 5G core with nationwide partner reach.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
- At least 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 using Python or Ansible.
- Expertise in data center fabric design and deployment.
- Mastery of service provider networking protocols, including MPLS, segment routing, and multiprotocol environments.
- Advanced expertise in traffic shaping, QoS, and high-availability configurations in multi-VRF environments.
- Deep understanding of network security considerations and redundant failover systems.
- Willingness to participate in at least one in-person interview.
Nice To Haves
- Professional networking certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE.
- Public cloud certifications focused on advanced networking or cloud engineering.
- AI literacy and ability to use machine learning models for network optimization and anomaly detection.
- Experience with Bash, Ansible, and Zero Touch Provisioning for network configuration and deployment automation.
Responsibilities
- Design and engineer foundational network elements for a nationwide 5G wireless network.
- Provide technical leadership for functional subsystem upgrades and strategic network expansions.
- Deliver scalable architectures that meet 5G service provider specifications and multi-VRF requirements within project timelines.
- Deploy complex LAN/WAN/RAN configurations nationwide while minimizing disruption to subscriber services.
- Create high- and low-level network diagrams to support cross-functional engineering work.
- Verify network performance through automated testing and integration protocols.
- Maintain mission-critical network reliability and 24x7 production uptime through hands-on leadership and support.
- Apply AI-driven predictive maintenance and automation to improve operational efficiency and fault detection.
Benefits
- Flexible spending accounts
- HSA
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Career opportunities
- Flexible time away plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
