Senior Manager, Cloud Automation

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 Wireless Technology organization is transforming the future of connectivity. We're doing it by building the country's first virtualized, standalone 5G wireless network from scratch. The foundation of a connected world, it's a network free of the limitations of the past, and flexible enough to satisfy all the social, economic and transformative needs of the changing world.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
As the Senior Manager of Automation at Echostar, you will lead the strategy and implementation of automation frameworks across our public and private cloud environments. This role is critical to driving operational efficiency, reducing manual intervention, and ensuring consistent, reliable processes. As a key leader within the WCS team, you will oversee a team of automation engineers and work closely with cross-functional teams to streamline operations, improve scalability, and support the organization's growth objectives
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of automation engineers, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
• Define and execute an automation strategy aligned with WCS team goals.
• Design and manage scalable automation frameworks for cloud infrastructure, configuration, and application deployment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify automation opportunities and streamline operations using tools for cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Drive process improvements by reducing manual tasks, enhancing speed, accuracy, and reliability.
• Stay updated on automation tools and practices, championing best practices and cloud-native solutions to enhance scalability and efficiency.

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Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:

• Bachelors or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical degree; 15 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years in a leadership role within cloud computing or a related area
• 12+ years of extensive experience with private and public cloud platforms, including architecture, automation, and management

Skills and Qualifications:

• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect)
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and multi-cloud strategies
• Familiarity with AI/ML services in the cloud and their application in driving business outcomes
• Experience with cloud security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., CIS, NIST, GDPR)
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Innovative mindset, with a passion for exploring new technologies and driving continuous improvement

Salary Ranges
Compensation: $127,050.00/Year - $181,500.00/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.