Lab Architect (Networking)

TL;DR

Lab Architect (Networking): Supporting Starlink’s global enterprise adoption by integrating service with network vendors and developing joint technical solutions. Focus on building enterprise network infrastructure, technical sales engagements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product deployment.

Location: Must be based in Redmond, WA and onsite when not traveling

Company

SpaceX is an aerospace company developing advanced technologies to enable human life on Mars and provide global satellite internet connectivity.

What you will do

• Drive Starlink integration engagements with 3rd party networking vendors.
• Develop joint value propositions and technical solution guides for internal and external stakeholders.
• Onboard completed solutions into internal test environments in partnership with product engineering.
• Support technical sales engagements by addressing customer integration questions.
• Represent Starlink at industry conferences and events.
• Consult on best practices and reference architectures for Starlink integration.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for ITAR authorization.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline or 3+ years of professional experience.
• 3+ years of professional experience in technical sales.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience building and deploying enterprise network infrastructure.
• Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time.
• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Nice to have

• Industry-recognized computer networking certifications.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting using packet capture or TCP dump analysis.
• Experience with IETF/3GPP standards, SD-WAN, and Linux networking.
• Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on high-impact global satellite connectivity projects.
• Collaborative environment working across Marketing, Licensing, Government Affairs, and Engineering.
• Exposure to cutting-edge enterprise networking and satellite technology.