Enterprise Architect at DISH

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. 

Our Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our people play vital roles in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.

The Senior Architect will lead the design and development of complex architectural solutions, ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic goals and objectives. This role involves overseeing the architectural integrity of large-scale projects, providing technical guidance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the architectural vision and strategy, ensuring it aligns with business objectives
• Collaborate with the product and the leadership team to define technical roadmaps and priorities
• Design scalable, high-performance architectural solutions for complex projects
• Ensure architectural integrity and consistency across all projects and solutions
• Develop and enforce architectural best practices, guidelines, and standards
• Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams throughout the project lifecycle
• Evaluate and recommend tools, frameworks, and technologies to improve efficiency and quality
• Oversee the architectural aspects of projects from conception through implementation
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
• Collaborate with project managers to develop detailed project plans and schedules
• Work closely with stakeholders, including business leaders, product managers, and development teams, to gather requirements and translate them into architectural solutions
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to non-technical stakeholders
• Foster a collaborative environment across the organization to drive alignment and support for architectural initiatives

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in architectural design and development, with at least 5 years in designing large-scale applications using cloud technologies

Skills and Qualifications: 

• Proven experience in designing and implementing complex, large-scale systems and solutions
• Strong knowledge of architectural principles, frameworks, and best practices
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in relevant architectural tools and technologies
• Experience with cloud computing, microservices, and other modern architectural patterns is highly desirable
• Lead and mentor a team of architects, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
• Experience with object-oriented languages, such as Java, is preferred
• Experience in multiple relational databases such as Oracle and SQL servers
• Experience using Git, Jenkins, and Github/Gitlab or similar technologies
• Experience working as part of an Agile Scrum Team
• Strong experience in designing and implementing applications based on business requirements
• Knowledge of NoSQL technologies like Redis, DynamoDB, and MongoDB is desirable
• Experience working with messaging systems, including Kafka, RabbitMQ, or other 
• Strong experience with cloud technologies(AWS/Azure/GCP) 
• Experience with Docker containerization and CI/CD pipeline

Preferred Skills:

• Certification in architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or equivalent
• Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and practices

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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.