{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"47029d20fa45c8f36a96e03a","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/47029d20fa45c8f36a96e03a","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/47029d20fa45c8f36a96e03a","title":"Network Architect","description":"Job details\nEngineering\nSan Francisco Bay Area, Phoenix\nFull-time\n$160,000 USD - $200,000 USD\nRole\nDefine the end-to-end network architecture connecting Azora's space terminals, optical ground stations, and customer delivery points. You will own how data, telemetry, and control flow across a hybrid space-ground network with intermittent, weather-dependent optical links – covering everything from link-layer protocols and ARQ schemes to ground network topology, routing, scheduling, and security.\nResponsibilities\nArchitect the end-to-end network: space-to-ground optical links, inter-site terrestrial backhaul, network operations center (NOC) integration, and customer data delivery.\nDefine protocol stacks for optical links operating over fading atmospheric channels, including framing, FEC/interleaving strategy at the network layer, ARQ, and delay/disruption-tolerant networking (DTN) where appropriate.\nDesign site-diversity and handover strategies that exploit multiple ground stations to maximize network availability under cloud cover.\nDevelop network-level scheduling and resource allocation across satellite passes, ground stations, and customer demand.\nSpecify ground segment IT/network infrastructure: routing, VPNs/encryption, QoS, monitoring, and integration with cloud delivery (AWS/Azure ground-station-style interfaces).\nDefine security architecture across the network, including key management and encrypted command/telemetry paths.\nProduce ICDs and requirements that flow down to software, FPGA, and ground systems teams; support trade studies and customer technical engagements.\nRequired Qualifications\nBS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.\n7+ years in network architecture or space communications systems engineering, with at least 2 years on space or satellite programs.\nDeep knowledge of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, routing, transport protocols over high-latency/lossy links, and performance-enhancing techniques.\nExperience with space link protocols (CCSDS suite – AOS/USLP, COP-1, CFDP – or equivalent proprietary stacks).\nDemonstrated ability to write clear architecture documents, ICDs, and requirements.\nPreferred\nDirect experience with optical space-to-ground or inter-satellite links and their availability/fading characteristics.\nFamiliarity with DTN (Bundle Protocol), QUIC, or custom reliable transport over intermittent links.\nExperience designing ground station networks, teleports, or satellite operations infrastructure.\nWorking knowledge of crypto/key management for space systems (e.g., CCSDS SDLS) and relevant security accreditation processes.\nLocation\nThis is an onsite/hybrid role based in Tempe, AZ or the Bay Area, CA – hardware work that’s hard to do remotely. Some travel expected for field deployment and vendor/manufacturing visits.\nBenefits:\nGenerous equity\nCompetitive healthcare (including options for vision and dental)\n401(k)\nUnlimited PTO\nEEO & Reasonable Accommodations\nAzora is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.\nIf you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know by contacting info@azora.space\nExport Control\nTo conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (iii) protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or (iv) be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.\nSalary ranges are based on the following criteria:\nFinal salary is based on geographic location, experience, skills, and qualifications.\nAbout this Company\nAzora is building high-bandwidth communications infrastructure for environments where fiber can’t reach. This work spans LEO spacecraft constellations, lunar exploration missions, GEO satcom, deployable optical ground for defense, and data centers both on- and off-world. To enable rapid global proliferation Azora is developing compact and modular optical terminals small enough to deploy from a backpack, and space terminals that support high speed optical links from LEO out to the Moon.","company":"Azora","rawCompany":"azora","city":"Alameda","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T22:49:43.133Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1241.00","title":"Computer Network Architects","slug":"computer-network-architects"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1241.01","title":"Telecommunications Engineering Specialists","slug":"telecommunications-engineering-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"517410","title":"Satellite Telecommunications","slug":"satellite-telecommunications"},{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Network Architect","description":"Job details\nEngineering\nSan Francisco Bay Area, Phoenix\nFull-time\n$160,000 USD - $200,000 USD\nRole\nDefine the end-to-end network architecture connecting Azora's space terminals, optical ground stations, and customer delivery points. You will own how data, telemetry, and control flow across a hybrid space-ground network with intermittent, weather-dependent optical links – covering everything from link-layer protocols and ARQ schemes to ground network topology, routing, scheduling, and security.\nResponsibilities\nArchitect the end-to-end network: space-to-ground optical links, inter-site terrestrial backhaul, network operations center (NOC) integration, and customer data delivery.\nDefine protocol stacks for optical links operating over fading atmospheric channels, including framing, FEC/interleaving strategy at the network layer, ARQ, and delay/disruption-tolerant networking (DTN) where appropriate.\nDesign site-diversity and handover strategies that exploit multiple ground stations to maximize network availability under cloud cover.\nDevelop network-level scheduling and resource allocation across satellite passes, ground stations, and customer demand.\nSpecify ground segment IT/network infrastructure: routing, VPNs/encryption, QoS, monitoring, and integration with cloud delivery (AWS/Azure ground-station-style interfaces).\nDefine security architecture across the network, including key management and encrypted command/telemetry paths.\nProduce ICDs and requirements that flow down to software, FPGA, and ground systems teams; support trade studies and customer technical engagements.\nRequired Qualifications\nBS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.\n7+ years in network architecture or space communications systems engineering, with at least 2 years on space or satellite programs.\nDeep knowledge of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, routing, transport protocols over high-latency/lossy links, and performance-enhancing techniques.\nExperience with space link protocols (CCSDS suite – AOS/USLP, COP-1, CFDP – or equivalent proprietary stacks).\nDemonstrated ability to write clear architecture documents, ICDs, and requirements.\nPreferred\nDirect experience with optical space-to-ground or inter-satellite links and their availability/fading characteristics.\nFamiliarity with DTN (Bundle Protocol), QUIC, or custom reliable transport over intermittent links.\nExperience designing ground station networks, teleports, or satellite operations infrastructure.\nWorking knowledge of crypto/key management for space systems (e.g., CCSDS SDLS) and relevant security accreditation processes.\nLocation\nThis is an onsite/hybrid role based in Tempe, AZ or the Bay Area, CA – hardware work that’s hard to do remotely. Some travel expected for field deployment and vendor/manufacturing visits.\nBenefits:\nGenerous equity\nCompetitive healthcare (including options for vision and dental)\n401(k)\nUnlimited PTO\nEEO & Reasonable Accommodations\nAzora is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.\nIf you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know by contacting info@azora.space\nExport Control\nTo conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (iii) protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or (iv) be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.\nSalary ranges are based on the following criteria:\nFinal salary is based on geographic location, experience, skills, and qualifications.\nAbout this Company\nAzora is building high-bandwidth communications infrastructure for environments where fiber can’t reach. 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