ABOUT THE ROLEThe Staff Network Integration Engineer - Core Components leads the end-to-end integration, configuration, and automated deployment of 4G EPC, 5G Core, and satellite earth station core software components across pre-production, staging, and commercial network environments. Operating within the Network Implementation organization, this role translates architectural guidelines from Network Design & Planning into production configurations, optimizes zero-touch software rollouts, manages carrier interconnects, and ensures high availability across live operational stacks.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Lead installation, configuration, and end-to-end integration of core network elements - EPC, 5GC, MME, IMS, HSS, DRA - across cloud and on-prem infrastructure.
- Integrate and configure the Entitlement Server (ES) for device authentication and OTA provisioning services, aligned to GSMA.
- Configure and validate signaling and roaming interfaces (S6a, S8, Diameter, IPX) to bring up global MNO/MVNO partner integrations and roaming hub capability.
- Support core/RAN integration work across the various initiatives supporting multiple environments from QA to Production.
- Support integration of KYC subscriber verification flows with core/BSS systems for regulatory-compliant onboarding, SIM/eSIM activation, and identity validation across partner networks.
- Build and own CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Jenkins, ArgoCD/GitOps) and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Ansible) to automate software rollouts
- Author and execute Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and rollback plans for core software deployments, upgrades, and configuration changes
- Stand up element-level metrics, health alarms, and real-time dashboards (e.g. Prometheus, Grafana, OpenObserve/OTel) to speed root-cause analysis and L4 escalations.
- Function as the lead technical expert, advocating for standardized architecture while bridging communications between R&D, field deployment, and network operations units.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:- 8+ years in 3GPP 4G LTE EPC and 5G Core network architectures, parameters, and service flows.
- Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting Diameter, S6a and S8 protocol stacks.
- 6+ years in Python/Bash scripting, Linux administration, CI/CD toolchains (Jenkins, ArgoCD/GitOps), and Infrastructure-as-Code frameworks (Terraform, Ansible).
- Hands-on AWS cloud infrastructure experience (EC2, EKS, VPC, IAM, CloudWatch) deploying and operating containerized network functions in production.
- Hands-on knowledge of SMSC and messaging architecture, including SMPP and SS7 MAP protocols, for provisioning and triaging service delivery.
- Deep understanding of Entitlement Server (ES) frameworks and OTA provisioning standards (GSMA/TS.43) for device services.
- Proven track record authoring and executing MOPs, rollback procedures, and change-governance runbooks in production telecom environments.
- Comfortable building monitoring/alerting pipelines (Prometheus, Grafana, OpenObserve, OTel) rather than only consuming dashboards built by others.
- Track record partnering across design, test, deployment, and operations functions in a telecom or satellite NTN environment.
WHAT WE OFFERWith employees working across three continents, Skylo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. Our worldwide culture encourages a flexible approach to work, and we offer an attractive range of benefits:
- Competitive compensation packages including a stock option-based equity program
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plan
- Monthly allowances for wellness and education reimbursement
- A generous time-off policy, holidays, and the opportunity to temporarily work abroad
- A once-in-a-career opportunity to operate the world's first commercial, live direct-to-device satellite network
- Access to a world-class team across software, hardware, chipsets, telecom, satellite, and network virtualization
The estimated base salary range for this role is
- San-Francisco Bay Area: $155,000 - $165,000.
- Other US Areas: $180,000 - $190,000.
Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant training.
In addition to base salary, Skylo offers a competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and equity options.
