Staff Systems Developer

Company Summary

Echo Star is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on‑demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.

Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

Our DISH Media Ad Sales team, headquartered in New York City with additional offices in Chicago, Denver, and Los Angeles, empowers brands to reach their target audiences seamlessly across the DISH and Sling platforms. Specializing in data‑driven addressable and programmatic advertising solutions, this innovative and passionate team excels in navigating the dynamic TV advertising landscape.

Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in‑person interview.

The Staff Systems Developer manages the full software development lifecycle, from conceptualization to deployment and maintenance, for critical ad sales infrastructure and inventory management systems. This role is pivotal for maintaining operational stability, optimizing data pipelines, and mentoring junior engineering staff. The candidate will leverage expertise in AWS and Databricks to drive system reliability and project delivery.

What Success Looks Like (Objectives):

• Collaborate with Program Management, Traffic, and IT Support to implement and support media automation projects
• Manage and maintain critical inventory management applications, specifically xRef DB and SET
• Administer cloud infrastructure for monitoring and ad‑ops tools, including Magnite, Freewheel, D2, and DAI Web Apps
• Design, optimize, and maintain automated data pipelines, ensuring accurate .sch and .ver file normalization and delivery
• Analyze system performance, establish quality metrics, and execute operational troubleshooting to minimize downtime
• Lead code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers to address skill gaps and foster professional growth

Core Skills and Competencies (What you'll bring):

• Deep understanding of ad sales infrastructure and data‑driven system integration
• Proven ability to manage aggressive project schedules and establish operational priorities
• Strong diagnostic, process improvement, and analytical capabilities
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a commitment to team mentorship and development
• AI Literacy to identify opportunities for automating workflows and optimizing data pipelines
• Critical experience executing backend development and infrastructure orchestration within AWS and Databricks environments

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS in a relevant field; or equivalent professional experience
• 8-12 years of related experience
• Python, SQL, Linux OS, Networking & Package Management, Git (Git Lab), and Google Suite

For NY Candidates, the salary range is $126,

For CO Candidates, the salary range is $110,

Visa sponsorship not available for this role

Compensation: $/Year - $/Year

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:
Echo Star 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.

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre‑employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

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.

We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,…