Cape
Overview
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Telecommunications Architect
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Cape . Cape was founded in early 2022 by Palantir and Anduril alums with deep expertise in privacy and national security. Our mission is to be a force for good in global wireless. The Role
Cape is seeking a
Wireless Network Architect
who combines deep expertise in planning, building, and operating cellular networks with the vision and courage to disrupt legacy approaches and reimagine the future of telecom. Youre not just an expert in telecom architectureyoure driven to make an impact. You will contribute to a fast-growing company where your work directly supports the U.S. and its allies in strengthening national security. This is a hands-on role where strategy and delivery go hand in hand. You will work on a next-generation, cloud-based Core network and collaborate with vendors, partners, and internal teams. You understand IMS, packet cores, and edge elements that integrate with 4G and 5G variants (HSS, UDM, UDR). This position reports to the Head of Engineering. How Youll Make an Impact Design and deliver core networks that support features (voice, data, messaging), address use cases, and provide scalable, reliable solutions. Partner across teams and vendors to stitch together solutions and bring them to market. Implement new features with zero disruption to live users through planned maintenance, test plans, and phased rollouts. Troubleshoot deeply, analyze network traces with partners to isolate root causes and resolve complex issues. Interconnect networksfrom private to commercial, roaming to MVNOensuring seamless interoperability. Drive new standards in security and privacy, including data encryption, reducing unnecessary storage, and enhancing protections against malicious actors. Stand up new network instances in new regions or with functionality tailored to evolving customer needs. What Were Looking For (Qualifications)
4+ years of wireless Core network architecture experience, including IMS, EPC/PGW, MME, HSS, SGW (or 5G equivalents). Hands-on operational skillscomfortable deploying, configuring, and debugging network functions in a startup environment. Deep expertise in telecom features such as VoLTE/VoNR, VoWiFi, SMS/MMS over IP, and regulatory compliance (e911, NG911, CALEA). Familiarity with 4G, 5G NSA, and 5G SA architectures. Strong protocol knowledge: Diameter, SIP, GTP, and related cellular network protocols. Vendor management experience, with the ability to hold external partners accountable. Design documentation skills, from high-level architecture to detailed network diagrams. Comfort with disruptionwillingness to do things differently than legacy telecom approaches. Preferred experience (optional):
Cloud-based network deployments Launching MVNOs, roaming interconnects, IPX, trunking, and cross-network connections RAN expertise and/or knowledge of SIMs, SIM applets, and OTA platforms
Role Competencies
Wireless Core Network Expertise Innovation Mission-Oriented Customer-Centric Flexible & Adaptable Big-picture and detailed-focused thinking Sense of Urgency Clear Communicator Additional Details
Travel: Extensive, including international, especially during the first 6 months. Our Culture
We are builders who focus on building things that matter, with many team members from Defense Tech and related sectors. We hire excellent people, give them responsibility, and trust them to execute at a high level. We believe personal privacy and national security interests can be reconciled via strong technology. We offer top-tier benefits, including health care, 401(k) matching, and generous vacation. We hire candidates of diverse backgrounds and strive for diversity to strengthen our product and company. How To Apply
Click the link below to apply. We reserve the right to use unsolicited resumes from outside recruiters without payment of fees. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Information Technology Industries: Telecommunications #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join to apply for the
Telecommunications Architect
role at
Cape . Cape was founded in early 2022 by Palantir and Anduril alums with deep expertise in privacy and national security. Our mission is to be a force for good in global wireless. The Role
Cape is seeking a
Wireless Network Architect
who combines deep expertise in planning, building, and operating cellular networks with the vision and courage to disrupt legacy approaches and reimagine the future of telecom. Youre not just an expert in telecom architectureyoure driven to make an impact. You will contribute to a fast-growing company where your work directly supports the U.S. and its allies in strengthening national security. This is a hands-on role where strategy and delivery go hand in hand. You will work on a next-generation, cloud-based Core network and collaborate with vendors, partners, and internal teams. You understand IMS, packet cores, and edge elements that integrate with 4G and 5G variants (HSS, UDM, UDR). This position reports to the Head of Engineering. How Youll Make an Impact Design and deliver core networks that support features (voice, data, messaging), address use cases, and provide scalable, reliable solutions. Partner across teams and vendors to stitch together solutions and bring them to market. Implement new features with zero disruption to live users through planned maintenance, test plans, and phased rollouts. Troubleshoot deeply, analyze network traces with partners to isolate root causes and resolve complex issues. Interconnect networksfrom private to commercial, roaming to MVNOensuring seamless interoperability. Drive new standards in security and privacy, including data encryption, reducing unnecessary storage, and enhancing protections against malicious actors. Stand up new network instances in new regions or with functionality tailored to evolving customer needs. What Were Looking For (Qualifications)
4+ years of wireless Core network architecture experience, including IMS, EPC/PGW, MME, HSS, SGW (or 5G equivalents). Hands-on operational skillscomfortable deploying, configuring, and debugging network functions in a startup environment. Deep expertise in telecom features such as VoLTE/VoNR, VoWiFi, SMS/MMS over IP, and regulatory compliance (e911, NG911, CALEA). Familiarity with 4G, 5G NSA, and 5G SA architectures. Strong protocol knowledge: Diameter, SIP, GTP, and related cellular network protocols. Vendor management experience, with the ability to hold external partners accountable. Design documentation skills, from high-level architecture to detailed network diagrams. Comfort with disruptionwillingness to do things differently than legacy telecom approaches. Preferred experience (optional):
Cloud-based network deployments Launching MVNOs, roaming interconnects, IPX, trunking, and cross-network connections RAN expertise and/or knowledge of SIMs, SIM applets, and OTA platforms
Role Competencies
Wireless Core Network Expertise Innovation Mission-Oriented Customer-Centric Flexible & Adaptable Big-picture and detailed-focused thinking Sense of Urgency Clear Communicator Additional Details
Travel: Extensive, including international, especially during the first 6 months. Our Culture
We are builders who focus on building things that matter, with many team members from Defense Tech and related sectors. We hire excellent people, give them responsibility, and trust them to execute at a high level. We believe personal privacy and national security interests can be reconciled via strong technology. We offer top-tier benefits, including health care, 401(k) matching, and generous vacation. We hire candidates of diverse backgrounds and strive for diversity to strengthen our product and company. How To Apply
Click the link below to apply. We reserve the right to use unsolicited resumes from outside recruiters without payment of fees. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Information Technology Industries: Telecommunications #J-18808-Ljbffr