Principal Engineer I - Software

EchoStar

Principal Engineer I - Software

Posted 12 Hours Ago

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Germantown MD USA

In-Office

175K-175K Annually

Senior level

Aerospace • Cloud • Digital Media • Information Technology • Mobile • News + Entertainment • Generative AI

Welcome to EchoStar

The Role

Design develop and maintain software modules and OSS solutions ensuring integration with third-party systems while collaborating in Agile/Scrum teams.

Summary Generated by Built In

Company Summary
EchoStar builds solutions that help families and communities stay connected. We'll launch your career and empower you to change lives.
Our brands include Boost Mobile DISH TV Gen Mobile Hughes and Sling TV. We serve millions of customers with offerings ranging from satellite to streaming services and global to personal networking solutions.
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
Principal Engineer I - Software sought by Hughes Network Systems LLC in Germantown MD
Design develop test document and analyze modules or features of new or upgraded software systems applications and new products. Develop and execute implementation according to project plans and priorities. Code edit document and debug software based upon internal and customer requirements. Develop design and integrate OSS solutions using Microservices Architecture Springboot MongoDB Kafka Node.js and Oracle Database technologies. Implement and maintain OSS integration solutions with Element Management Systems from different vendors. Design and develop APIs for integration with third-party systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management engineering and support to identify and solve complex integration problems. Participate in Agile/Scrum software development processes to ensure high-quality software delivery. Create technical documentation and provide training to technical support teams.
Skills Experience and Requirements
Requires: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely related field plus 5 years of experience in job offered senior software engineer or closely related role. Must have 5 years of experience in each of the following:

Java Springboot GCP Cloud Node.js Microservices Architecture and Oracle Database
Cloud DevOps and CI/CD
Integrative OSS architecture and design principles
OSS with Element Management Systems from different vendors
Networking and telecommunications protocols such as TCP/IP SNMP and TL1
Designing and developing APIs for integration with third-party systems
Agile/Scrum development methodology

Salary Ranges
Compensation: $175427.00/Year - $175427.00/Year
Benefits
Employment is contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check which may include a drug test.
Rate of Pay: $175427.00/Year
Benefits information available at https://echostar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/echostar
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Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or closely related field
5 years of experience in software engineering or related role
5 years experience with Java Springboot GCP Cloud Node.js Microservices and Oracle Database
5 years experience in Cloud DevOps and CI/CD
5 years experience in OSS architecture and design principles
5 years experience with Element Management Systems from various vendors
5 years experience with networking and telecommunications protocols TCP/IP SNMP and TL1
5 years experience designing and developing APIs
Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodology

EchoStar Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about EchoStar and has not been reviewed or approved by EchoStar.

Retirement Support—A 401(k) with employer matching and discretionary profit sharing is highlighted as part of total rewards. Feedback suggests these programs add long‑term value beyond base pay.
Equity Value & Accessibility—An employee stock purchase plan with a discounted share price is emphasized as broadly available. Feedback suggests this makes ownership more attainable for many employees.
Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits—Everyday service discounts and mental‑health support through counseling sessions are included. Feedback suggests these perks enhance day‑to‑day value and support wellbeing.

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The Company

HQ: Englewood CO

14500 Employees

Year Founded: 1980

What We Do

Tune into the innovation collaboration and culture that our team members bring to the office every day. We want you to be a part of our journey to build the next generation of technology that transforms the way the world communicates. Our team members are the key to our history of groundbreaking innovation and our continued progress. If you bring an inquisitive curiosity a sense of pride in your work an openness to adventure and a drive to win we’ll provide the structure to take the next step in your career. This is more than just another job this is your launchpad to achieve your potential and a community dedicated to your growth.

Why Work With Us

At EchoStar we work to create opportunity and cultivate an environment where people thrive. Between our brands our partners our teams and our customers the opportunities are endless. Get started on your next career adventure with EchoStar!