Senior Network Engineer (San Francisco)

Senior Network Engineer

As a team, we've launched five satellites into orbit, signed ten commercial deals worth over $1 billion in revenue, raised over $750 million from top global investors, and recruited a team of over 400 world-class engineers. We all work out of our (legendary) San Francisco office, which was once used to build ships during the World Wars. Our satellites, which operate from geostationary orbit (GEO), weigh only 400 kg and utilize a proprietary software-defined radio payload. Each satellite can connect over two million people, and we're very excited for the impact we'll soon have in the Philippines, Peru, Mexico, and more! Backed by substantial funding and a passionate, collaborative team, we offer a rewarding work environment where you'll learn and make a significant impact, no matter where you are in your career.

As a network engineer, you will work on the design, development and integration of our global network services infrastructure that is deployed to provide satellite based connectivity to our commercial and government customers. At its core, this involves understanding the different internal and external use cases and ensuring that we can meet our customer SLAs while providing a high quality service.

Role :

• Design, implement and manage complex network solutions with a focus on reliability, maintainability, scalability, and security
• Conduct detailed network analysis, performance tuning, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal network operation.
• Manage deployment of satellite ground systems in private data centers and integration with customer networks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the network infrastructure
• Participate in on-call support to troubleshoot and resolve network issues
• Provide technical support to manage network services, equipment, and devices
• Mentor junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practices in network engineering

Requirements :

• 5+ years of experience in network engineering
• Deep understanding of routing protocols, particularly BGP, EIGRP and OSPF
• Experience with enterprise LAN / WAN networking and Layer2 and Layer3 protocols, including LACP, HSRP, MPLS, Spanning Tree, VLANs, GRE, GTP, IPv4 and IPv6.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale network deployments and troubleshooting complex network issues
• Experience with network security practices, tools, and protocols
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and teamwork capabilities
• Ability to handle on-call support and occasional travel

Bonus :

• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, JNCIE, CCIE, or Network+
• Experience in network automation using tools like Ansible and Terraform
• Experience with satellite network hub systems and network operations
• Experience with scripting languages e.g. Bash, Python
• Experience with Cisco, Juniper and Aruba switches and routers

What We Offer :

All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits. Base pay is a single component of Astranis's total rewards package, which may also include equity in the form of incentive stock options, high quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, 401(K) retirement, and free on-site catered meals. Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position. Base Salary $150,000 - $200,000 USD U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee / Asylee Status Required (To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))

Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.