• Staff Device Certification Manager

    DISH Network (Littleton, CO)


    Company Summary

    EchoStar 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.

    Department Summary

    Our Wireless Technology team is transforming the future of connectivity by building and enhancing the country’s first virtualized, standalone 5G wireless network from scratch. Our network is free of the limitations of the past, and flexible to satisfy all the social, economic and transformative needs of the changing world.

     

    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.

     

    The Boost Device Certification team plays a pivotal role in ensuring that all devices operating on the Boost Mobile network meet stringent technical and regulatory standards, delivering a seamless and high-quality experience for our customers. This team acts as the central point of contact and expertise for Device Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) seeking Boost Mobile Technical Acceptance for their and our products.

     

    Our Mission/Objectives: To efficiently and effectively validate devices for compatibility and compliance with Boost Network requirements, facilitating the introduction of innovative and reliable devices across all Boost Mobile product categories.

     

    We are seeking a technical strategy-based problem solver to oversee the Device Certification team’s product evaluation and certification process ensuring Boost and Google Pixel & Android requirements and 5G capabilities are maintained and included into the Boost launched devices. As a Staff Device Certification Manager at Dish, you’ll use your technical expertise to lead complex, multi-disciplinary Google Pixel & Android projects from start to finish.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Plan and execute Google Pixel & Android device certifications, managing schedules, risks, and cross-functional communication.

    + Act as the primary liaison for DISH 5G network requirements, ensuring alignment with Boost network needs and roadmap visibility.

    + Represent internal and external customer requirements for Google Pixel & Android devices, including compliance with Google services.

    + Drive DISH approvals for certified devices and coordinate with OEMs throughout certification phases to resolve issues.

    + Analyze new Pixel & Android features, define related requirements, and guide OEMs on testing and integration plans.

    + Log, track, and resolve testing issues; support Device Technical Leads with emerging technologies and testing efforts.

     

    Skills, Experience and Requirements

    Education and Experience:

    + Bachelor’s or master’s in computer science, electrical engineering or equivalent

    + Minimum of 8 years prior engineering experience working on phones, modules, IoT devices or similar products that operate on cellular networks

    + Experience with Google Pixel & Android requirements and services

    + Three or more years’ experience in Google Pixel & Android device certifications with network-specific configurations (e.g. DNN/APN, eSIM), network feature testing (e.g. RF conformance and parametric testing, VoNR, RCS)

    + Experience and understanding of wireless RATs and protocols such as IMS, 5G, LTE, VoLTE, WiFi Calling

    Skills and Qualifications:

    + Experience working with vendors/partners

    + Excellent writing and interpersonal skills

    + Strong software program or project management experience

    + Prior experience with 5G network product certification

    + Non-terrestrial networks (NTNs) device certification is a plus

     

    Salary Ranges

     

    Compensation: $110,100.00/Year - $157,300.00/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: DISH 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 - Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. We are a true merit-based organization and work hard so there are no artificial barriers to one's potential success. DISH is committed to a workforce where everyone's opportunities are limitless. Please note that you may redact or remove any information that identifies age, date of birth or dates of school attendance/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our interview process.