Staff DevOps Architect

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 Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play a vital role in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow. 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. Key Responsibilities: Design and lead the evolution of scalable, secure, and resilient cloud-native infrastructure, establishing enterprise-wide DevOps standards and best practices Optimize global CI/CD ecosystems using Harness and GitLab to achieve high-velocity, automated software delivery and rigorous validation Define the roadmap for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or Crossplane , ensuring architectural consistency, repeatability, and state management across all environments Lead the design of high-scale AWS solutions utilizing EKS, Lambda, DynamoDB, Step Functions, and API Gateway to support complex distributed systems Champion quality through rigorous peer reviews, automated testing frameworks, and advanced observability (logging/monitoring) while embedding security into the core of the SDLC Drive organizational efficiency by automating complex deployment and configuration workflows using Python and Ansible , serving as the final escalation point for deep architectural troubleshooting Skills, Experience and Requirements Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 8+ years of hands-on experience in DevOps, with at least 2+ years in an Architect or Staff-level capacity leading large-scale infrastructure initiatives Skills and Qualifications: Deep expertise in DevOps principles, CI/CD methodologies, and the ability to design automation frameworks for multi-tenant, global-scale delivery pipelines Advanced proficiency with AWS (EKS focus) , Terraform , and Harness ; proven experience implementing Kubernetes-native IaC (e.g., Crossplane) is highly desirable Expert-level knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes Strong Programming skills in Bash, Python, or PowerShell to support automation, tooling, and operational efficiency Deep understanding of AWS services, with the ability to integrate or migrate workloads across additional platforms like Azure, GCP, or OCI when necessary Exceptional leadership, analytical troubleshooting, and cross-functional communication skills; a proven ability to mentor senior engineers and influence stakeholders in fast-paced environments Visa sponsorship not available for this role 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: 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. 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, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process. EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. Please contact leaves@dish.com if you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. Click the links to access the following statements: EEO Policy Statement , Pay Transparency , EEOC Know Your Rights ( English / Spanish ) Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview, which may include a live whiteboarding or technical assessment session. Key Responsibilities: Design and lead the evolution of scalable, secure, and resilient cloud-native infrastructure, establishing enterprise-wide DevOps standards and best practices Optimize global CI/CD ecosystems using Harness and GitLab to achieve high-velocity, automated software delivery and rigorous validation Define the roadmap for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or Crossplane , ensuring architectural consistency, repeatability, and state management across all environments Lead the design of high-scale AWS solutions utilizing EKS, Lambda, DynamoDB, Step Functions, and API Gateway to support complex distributed systems Champion quality through rigorous peer reviews, automated testing frameworks, and advanced observability (logging/monitoring) while embedding security into the core of the SDLC Drive organizational efficiency by automating complex deployment and configuration workflows using Python and Ansible , serving as the final escalation point for deep architectural troubleshooting Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 8+ years of hands-on experience in DevOps, with at least 2+ years in an Architect or Staff-level capacity leading large-scale infrastructure initiatives Skills and Qualifications: Deep expertise in DevOps principles, CI/CD methodologies, and the ability to design automation frameworks for multi-tenant, global-scale delivery pipelines Advanced proficiency with AWS (EKS focus) , Terraform , and Harness ; proven experience implementing Kubernetes-native IaC (e.g., Crossplane) is highly desirable Expert-level knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes Strong Programming skills in Bash, Python, or PowerShell to support automation, tooling, and operational efficiency Deep understanding of AWS services, with the ability to integrate or migrate workloads across additional platforms like Azure, GCP, or OCI when necessary Exceptional leadership, analytical troubleshooting, and cross-functional communication skills; a proven ability to mentor senior engineers and influence stakeholders in fast-paced environments Visa sponsorship not available for this role