Verizon Communications

Distinguished Engineer - Technical Project Management

Verizon Communications • $137K — $263K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
  • 8+ years relevant experience in telematics, IoT, or automotive
  • Proven technical expertise in connected devices
  • Familiarity with chipset/module selection and advanced telecom technologies
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Responsibilities

  • Act as primary technical advisor during pre-sale and post-sale phases
  • Provide strategic technology consultation to clients
  • Lead technical execution and integration of projects
  • Manage device lifecycle and certification processes
  • Ensure compliance for successful market launches

Benefits

  • Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision options
  • Matched 401(k) savings plan
  • Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
  • Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
  • Generous vacation policy with 15 days per year, increasing with service
Full Job Description
What you’ll be doing...

The Connected Vehicle Engineering team is seeking a dynamic and experienced Engineer to join our innovative team. You will be a key technical expert, guiding our clients and internal teams through the entire connected vehicle lifecycle. You'll provide critical consultation from the initial pre-sale and design phase to post-sale integration and long-term device management. This role requires a unique blend of deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills to drive the future of connected mobility.

Key Responsibilities

  • Pre-Sale & Post-Sale Technical Consultation: Act as the primary technical advisor for customers, leading pre-sale discussions and providing ongoing post-sale support. Develop and respond to complex RFP/RFQ proposals, ensuring technical accuracy and alignment with customer needs.

  • Technology Strategy & Consultation: Advise clients on critical technology decisions, including chipset and module selection, and develop strategic roadmaps for the technology path from LTE to 5G. Provide expert guidance on advanced features such as hyper-precise location (RTK), 5G Standalone (SA), Private Networks, secure cloud interconnects, and eUICC implementation.

  • System Integration & Testing: Lead the technical execution of projects, including Proof of Concept (POC) testing, to validate solutions. Oversee platform integration and complete system integration to ensure seamless operation between vehicle hardware, software, and network components.

  • Lifecycle & Certification Management: Manage the end-to-end device life cycle, from initial concept to end-of-life. Manage and oversee the device and module certification process to ensure compliance and a successful market launch.


What we’re looking for...

We are seeking a candidate who embodies the following qualifications, skills, and characteristics:

  • Proven Engineering Expertise: You have a demonstrated track record of success in a challenging engineering role and can operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

  • Innate Problem-Solving Ability: You are a natural-born problem-solver who approaches obstacles with logic and tenacity. You excel at modeling complex systems and understanding the relationship between inputs (X) and outputs (Y) to diagnose and resolve core issues.

  • Technological Curiosity & Drive: You are passionately curious about new technologies and are driven to explore their potential. You are a continuous learner, motivated by the opportunity to innovate and create.

  • Superior Analytical Acumen: You possess exceptional analytical skills and enjoy applying them to solve tangible, real-world problems that sit at the intersection of technology and business.

  • Professional Agility: As a flexible and responsive professional, you adapt quickly to shifting priorities and are an engaged, proactive member of the team.


You’ll need to have:
  • Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.

  • Eight or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.

  • Proven experience in a technical role within the telematics, IoT, or automotive industry.

  • Willingness to travel.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:
  • A degree in computer science, information systems, or engineering.

  • Hands-on experience with connected device hardware, including chipsets and modules.

  • Familiarity with eUICC/iSIM technology and remote SIM provisioning.

  • Understanding of GNSS technologies, including advanced concepts like RTK for high-precision positioning.

  • Experience with system integration, API integration, and working with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).

  • Demonstrated ability to manage POC testing, certification processes, and full device lifecycles.

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.

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Where you’ll be working
In this mobile role, you'll primarily work from customer or field location(s), with occasional visits to a Verizon location for in-person training and meetings.

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Benefits and Compensation

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.

The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.

The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $137,000.00 - $263,000.00.

The annual salary range for the Illinois location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $150,500.00 - $263,000.00.

About Verizon Communications

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Net Income
$17.8 billion
Founded
1983
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$128.2 billion
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