Associate Director, Network Standards (Mobile Telecommunications)

TL;DR

Associate Director, Network Standards (Mobile Telecommunications): Shaping technology strategy and influencing international standards bodies like 3GPP to optimize network assets and products with an accent on mobile telecommunications and 3GPP standards development. Focus on analyzing emerging technology trends (LTE, 5G, 6G), reviewing technical specifications, and translating complex standards into strategic business outcomes.

Location: Based in Sydney or Melbourne, Australia (Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 days remote)

Company

hirify.global is an Australian telecommunications company delivering more than 11 million services across mobile, broadband, and digital solutions.

What you will do

• Monitor and analyze 3GPP developments to identify emerging technology trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Assess technical contributions and specifications to determine their impact on networks, products, and spectrum assets.
• Develop technical positions, briefing papers, and proposal contributions for bodies such as 3GPP, ITU-R, GSMA, and APT.
• Coordinate technical input from internal subject matter experts and external industry partners.
• Prepare executive summaries and strategic recommendations following international standards and regulatory meetings.
• Build and maintain strong technical relationships with vendors, operators, and regulatory stakeholders.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in mobile telecommunications, wireless systems, or standards development.
• Hands-on participation in the 3GPP standards process, specifically within RAN, SA, or CT working groups.
• Deep understanding of LTE, 5G, 5G-Advanced, Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), and emerging 6G technologies.
• Ability to translate complex technical topics into clear business and strategic implications for executive audiences.
• Exposure to international standards bodies (ITU-R, GSMA, APT) and knowledge of spectrum management and regulatory frameworks.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive remuneration, employee discounts, and monthly credits for hirify.global products.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements (3 days office / 2 days remote).
• Collaborative office campus featuring a gym, GP, post office, and on-site childcare.
• Inclusive paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks and competitive leave policies.
• Professional development through hirify.global U's industry-focused micro-credentials.
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and employee-led diversity networks (LGBTQIA+, Disability, Women).