Sr. Core Integration Engineer; Starlink Mobile

Position: Sr. Core Integration Engineer (Starlink Mobile)
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SR. CORE NETWORK INTEGRATION ENGINEER (STARLINK MOBILE)
As a member of the Starlink Mobile team, this position will play a critical role in integrating, testing and evaluating the functional performance, reliability and robustness of a complex satellite communication network. You will integrate the communication system components on satellite and ground stations. You will explore, assess, track, and report performance status to project leaders. You will implement tools to conduct, track and improve testing processes and effectiveness.

You will ensure that satellites and ground networks provide the best possible communications system performance, successful network integration with mobile operators while also ensuring compliance with our operating licenses.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Define LTE EPC, 5GC SA and IMS product requirements, identify new product features, and develop core network integration plans for communication into carrier-grade network architecture.

Identify technology trades and create product roadmaps for cellular core products globally (emergency, public warning systems, roaming services and voice over LTE, , WiFi).Run technical partnership programs with international mobile network operators (scale to 10x what we have today), including deep technical discussions and supporting core network integrations.

Create and own documentation of cellular core network design, integration, and performance metrics for the international expansion strategy for direct to handset, including EPC, 5GC SA and IMS products, 3

GPP features and interfaces support, and regulatory.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
5+ years of experience with integration of cellular LTE core networks (EPC, 5GC, and IMS).2+ years of experience with 3G, LTE, or 5G network delivery, automation, design, and deployment.

Experience with 3

GPP network packet core and transport interfaces/protocols (SIP, RTP, Diameter, SCTP, GTP, NAS, NGAP, HTTP2 and similar).PREFERRED

SKILLS:

Master’s degree in an engineering discipline.

Strategic technology decision making and design of core networking infrastructure and feature roadmaps in an operator or vendor setting.

Hands-on experience with IMS architecture and voice service integration (VoLTE, VoNR, and Vo Wi Fi ), including SIP signaling, RTP media, and interworking with EPC/5

GCKnowledge of satellite and wireless communication theory.

Ability to handle C-level technical discussions and presentations.
5+ years integrating and/or testing cellular 3G/4G/5G or similar protocol stacks.

Linux and Linux automation tools.

Lab equipment such as network analyzers, packet load modules, and network emulators.

Script development for test automation, test plans, and test beds.

Atlassian (Jira, Stash, Bamboo) and Git/Gerrit or SVN.Excellent communication and ability to work independently.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Willing and able to spend extended periods at partner sites.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Level 3: $ - $Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package  may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock…