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Network Engineer I

EchoStar, Littleton, CO, United States


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

DISH Wireless is seeking a Network Engineer I to support the routing infrastructure behind our nationwide 5G network. In this role, you’ll directly contribute to the success of the Boost Mobile 5G network, enabling the connectivity that powers millions of customers across the U.S.
As part of the Network Engineering team, you’ll activate new network devices and routing on our multi–100G backbone through hands-on configuration and automation. You’ll also provide advanced support for technologies such as BGP, MPLS, Segment Routing, EVPN, and dark fiber transport.
This position offers opportunities for technical growth and collaboration with other teams supporting DISH Wireless’ evolving 5G and cloud infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, deploy, and automate large-scale network infrastructure supporting the 5G core and transport network
Troubleshoot complex routing, configuration, and connectivity issues, clearly communicating findings and potential solutions
Develop and document network requirements, activation procedures, and service specifications
Execute network testing, validation, and integration plans while ensuring ongoing network reliability and integrity
Collaborate with vendors and internal partners to evaluate, test, and resolve hardware and software issues

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
2 - 4 years of experience in network engineering, operations, or design in a service provider or large-scale enterprise environment
Experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco network devices
Experience supporting or designing networks for wireless carriers or large service providers
Industry certifications such as CCNP, JNCIP, or equivalent
Experience with network monitoring and telemetry tools
Skills and Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of routing and switching technologies (BGP, ISIS, MPLS, Segment Routing, EVPN)
Familiarity with automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, or similar tools)
Working knowledge of transport technologies such as dark fiber, optical networking, and high-capacity Ethernet
Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills
Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (AWS, Azure, GCP, or private cloud environments)
Visa sponsorship not available for this role
Salary Ranges

Compensation: $72,400.00/Year - $103,400.00/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.
We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.

EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. Please contact leaves@dish.com if you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.

Click the links to access the following statements: EEO Policy Statement, Pay Transparency, EEOC Know Your Rights (English/Spanish)