Senior AI/ML Architect

EchoStar

$146K — $210K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business or related technical field; Master's preferred
  • 12+ years of enterprise architecture experience in telecommunications or mobile network environments
  • TOGAF Level 1 and Level 2 certification
  • Experience with AI/ML platforms like TensorFlow, PyTorch, AWS Bedrock, or Google Vertex
  • Strong skills in big data tools such as Kafka, Spark, Hadoop
  • Leadership experience in stakeholder management and technical mentorship

Responsibilities

  • Lead enterprise AI architecture strategy to support digital transformation
  • Design and deploy machine learning models for network optimization and predictive maintenance
  • Integrate AI/ML capabilities into OSS/BSS systems for automated decision-making
  • Develop robust real-time streaming frameworks using cloud-native and edge computing
  • Establish governance and compliance standards for AI operations
  • Guide teams and junior engineers in technology alignment and experimentation

Benefits

  • Versatile health perks including flexible spending accounts and HSA
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Flexible time away plan
Full Job Description
Job Duties and Responsibilities

Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview, which may include a live whiteboarding or technical assessment session.

EchoStar requires an enterprise architecture vision to enable AI-driven digital transformation across network, OSS/BSS, and cloud-native environments. This role bridges business strategy and technology execution by designing target-state frameworks, rationalizing technology stacks, and establishing governance standards. Solving key operational challenges involves embedding scalable machine learning solutions, real-time analytics, and automated decision-making into complex telecommunications infrastructure.

What Success Looks Like (Objectives)
  • Lead the enterprise AI architecture strategy to align digital transformation goals with measurable business outcomes across telecom systems
  • Architect, train, and deploy production machine learning models for network optimization, predictive maintenance, and operational analytics
  • Integrate AI/ML capability models into legacy and modern OSS/BSS platforms to automate high-volume decision-making
  • Build resilient real-time streaming frameworks using cloud-native and edge computing principles for high-throughput network insights
  • Establish robust governance, model lifecycle management, and ethical compliance standards to scale AI operations safely
  • Guide cross-functional teams and junior engineers to accelerate experimentation and maintain technical alignment

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Core Skills and Competencies (What you'll bring)
  • Deep technical expertise in enterprise AI architecture, including proficiency with platforms such as AWS Bedrock, Google Vertex, Databricks, or IBM Watson and core ML frameworks
  • Critical experience architecting and delivering large-scale AI solutions within telecommunications, mobile network, or cloud-native environments
  • Advanced AI Application and Innovation capability to translate business requirements into scalable technology blueprints and automated systems
  • Strong proficiency in real-time data streaming architectures, big data infrastructure (Kafka, Spark, Hadoop), and OSS/BSS system integration
  • Demonstrated governance expertise in model lifecycle management, version control, explainability, and AI privacy frameworks
  • Proven leadership skills in executive stakeholder management, cross-functional collaboration, and technical mentorship

Additional Qualifications

Successful candidates will typically have:
  • Hands-on experience with AI-powered network tuning, network slicing, and intent-based networking
  • Familiarity with advanced AI techniques, including deep reinforcement learning, federated learning, and model explainability
  • Knowledge of AI ethics, regulatory compliance in telecom, and data privacy frameworks
  • TM Forum certifications

Minimum Requirements
  • Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related technical discipline (Master's preferred)
  • Minimum Experience: 12+ years of enterprise architecture experience, with demonstrated experience in telecommunications or mobile network operators
  • Required Technical Skills:
    • TOGAF certification (Level 1 and Level 2)
    • AI/ML platforms and frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, AWS Bedrock, Google Vertex, Databricks, IBM Watson)
    • Big data processing tools (Kafka, Spark, Hadoop) and OSS/BSS systems

Salary Ranges

Compensation: $146,108.00/Year - $210,000.00/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.

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.

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