Backed by Y Combinator, a16z and Felicis.
About the role
We are looking for a technical leader who will be responsible for coordinating and leading our Tier 2 Network Operations. The network is comprised of all components that are key to providing service to our customers. These include but are not limited to the satellite payload, antenna systems, and ground sites including VSAT hubs.
What they're looking for
- 3-5+ years of hands-on technical experience in network operations, satellite communications (Satcom), NOC, or technical support environments
- 0–1+ years of formal people management or demonstrated experience acting as a technical lead / mentor to junior engineers
- Strong foundational understanding of IP networking (TCP/IP, routing & switching, BGP, VLANs, NAT, DNS) and/or RF concepts
- Practical experience using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) to automate tasks or parse network/telemetry data
- Proven bias for action—a track record of taking ownership, moving quickly, and solving high-pressure operational issues
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, comfortable writing post-mortems and interfacing with cross-functional teams and customers
More about this role
Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. Today Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe – large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military.
With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts. Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization.
Astranis has raised over $1.2 billion from some of the world’s best investors, including Andreessen Horowitz, Baillie Gifford, Blackrock, Fidelity, Franklin Templeton, and Snowpoint, and employs a team of 500 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.
We are looking for a technical leader who will be responsible for coordinating and leading our Tier 2 Network Operations. The network is comprised of all components that are key to providing service to our customers. These include but are not...
Browse similar: Startup jobs · San Francisco Bay Area