Principal Engineer I - Network/Systems

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.

EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Engineer I - Network/Systems in our Hughes Network Systems division. This position will be located at our headquarters in Germantown, MD.

Responsibilities:

• Define, design, and administer network systems used for data communications and recommend improvements to ensure operation of the company’s high-traffic, business-critical, internet production environment.
• Manage the load configuration of a central data communication processor. Propose and implement network system enhancement that will improve the performance and reliability of the network system.
• Apply capacity planning to business recommendations. Address performance analysis, scalability, and service architecture/database administration issues. 
• Coordinate equipment orders, including terminals, cable installation, as well as upgrading, monitoring, testing, and servicing the database/systems.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronic Engineering, or a closely related technical field plus 5 years of experience in network and system administration experience.
• Experience must include the following (which may have been gained concurrently): Supporting network protocols, systems and products (Cisco, F5, HP, Dell) SAP configuration, implementation, and support – 5 years; Layer 2 and layer 3 routing, and WAN related technology, including EIGRP, BGP, OSPF VRFs, MPLS, HSRP – 5 years; Load balancers, firewalls, wireless technologies, and security – 3 years; Networking monitoring tools such as HP Enterprise Management tools-set, SPLUNK, Cisco DNA/ISE, and TACACS – 1 year

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level and competencies. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check.

Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.

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Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $138,923.00 - $138,923.00

EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all–from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!

• Financial:  401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability

• Work-Life Balance:  Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)

• Employee Incentives:  Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet

• Health:  Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to developing and promoting an inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer- Veteran/Disability. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.  U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.