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Data Service Architect, Network Planning

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced Service Architects to design, develop, and evolve end-to-end service architectures across our global network and satellite portfolio. These roles will play a critical part in translating business and customer requirements into scalable, reliable, and cost-effective service solutions.

The Service Architects will work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, product management, and commercial teams to ensure service offerings are technically sound, operationally viable, and aligned with existing and planned infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Design end-to-end service architectures spanning space, ground, and terrestrial network domains

Translate customer and business requirements into detailed technical service designs

Define service models, workflows, and operational processes (fulfillment, assurance, lifecycle management)

Collaborate with:

Network Engineering (capacity, topology, platforms)

Product & Commercial teams (service definition and packaging)

Operations (NOC, service delivery, support readiness)

Develop standardized service templates and design frameworks to accelerate delivery

Ensure solutions meet performance, scalability, resilience, and security requirements

Support cost modeling and business case development for new services

Participate in customer engagements as the technical authority when needed

Contribute to technology roadmaps and architectural strategy

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science , or related field

8+ years of experience in telecommunications, networking, or satellite services

Proven experience in service architecture / solution design

Strong understanding of:

IP networking (MPLS, VPNs, routing protocols)

Satellite communications and ground infrastructure

Network service delivery models and lifecycle

Experience with end-to-end service design across multiple domains

Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business-aligned solutions

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in satellite operators, service providers, or global network environments

Familiarity with:

Media architecture to include both Occassional and Dedicated solutions

SDN / NFV architectures

Network orchestration and automation platforms

Cloud networking and hybrid architectures

Knowledge of ITIL or service management frameworks

Experience with product development and service commercialization

Exposure to MEF standards or similar service frameworks

Key Competencies

Strategic thinking and system-level design

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving in complex technical environments

Customer-focused solutioning

Strong written and verbal communication

Why This Role Matters

These positions are critical to enabling the company’s next-generation service portfolio , ensuring we can deliver scalable, high-performance connectivity solutions to customers globally while optimizing network efficiency and cost.

The salary range for this full-time position is $105,200 - $167,300

Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and geographic location. Individual compensation within the range is determined based on work location and a variety of factors, including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, and relevant education or training.

Additional compensation and benefits may apply depending on the location and terms of employment.

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SES and its Affiliated Companies are committed to providing fair and equal employment opportunities to all. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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