Principal Engineer

Company Summary
DISH, an EchoStar company, has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products and now we are building America's First Smart Network™.
Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Mobile and Gen Mobile.
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 people play vital roles in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The Role
We are looking for dynamic, versatile and energetic engineering leaders to join our growing team. As a key contributor to the success of Dish Network, you will be a part of the Flagship SlingTV Application team to drive and improve Dish's abilities to deliver the highest quality OTT services and experiences.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, set technical direction and ensure high standards in engineering practices.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies and industry trends. Drive innovation and solve complex technical problems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless project execution.
• Act as a liaison between engineering and other business units while communicating technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Contribute to long-term technical strategy and planning.
• Define, communicate, and implement engineering goals, strategies, and project plans in alignment with the company's objectives.

Skills, Experience and Requirements

• B.Tech or M.Tech Degree in Computer Science, Electronics or Information technology.
• 15-18 years of professional experience in developing software products and/or services.
• 5+ years of experience with C, C++ and Linux/Unix environments.
• 5+ years of experience with cross platform UI frameworks QT/QML/React/etc.
• Proven experience in component design and solution architecture, with a track record of successfully leading teams and delivering value on large scale consumer products.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in data driven decision making with deep application observability, and experience with analytics like Adobe, Conviva, NewRelic, OTel, Firebase, Bugsnag, etc
• Experience developing Apps for low end hardware and optimization for Memory/CPU usage.
• Familiarity with multimedia platforms, standards, frameworks and protocols.
• Experience utilizing CICD pipelines for fast paced deliveries.

Benefits

• Insurance and Wellbeing
• Financial & Retiral Benefit Program
• Mental Wellbeing
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• Time Off
• Team Outings