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EchoStar

Staff Cloud Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$180K/yr

Our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. We serve millions of ... including 5G Core network functions. Set up development and code review standards for complex ...

Eclaro

Core Network Engineer (IMS)

Richardson, TX · On-site

... the open source 5G (NSA / SA) core platforms. Support Roaming and Wholesale teams in the ... mobile IMS networks and interconnections for wireless carrier / MNO, MVNO, etc. In-depth knowledge ...

EchoStar

Staff Cloud Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$180K/yr

Our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. We serve millions of ... including 5G Core network functions. Set up development and code review standards for complex ...

EchoStar

Staff Cloud Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$180K/yr

Our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. We serve millions of ... including 5G Core network functions. Set up development and code review standards for complex ...

Stellent IT LLC

EPC Developer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Analyze and optimize call flows across EPC and 5G Core. Work with network protocols including GTP, Diameter, SCTP, TCP/IP, and HTTP/2. Develop and integrate solutions aligned with 3GPP standards. Use ...

Glow Networks

IMS Core Engineer

Memphis, TN · On-site

$73K - $98K/yr

... network nodes (EPC/IMS/5GC) for both data and voice services. • Solid experience in interfaces and protocols used in 4G and 5G core networks (integration/troubleshooting). • Solid experience in ...

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How much do mobile 5g core network jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for mobile 5g core network in the United States is $26.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.60 and $29.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Mobile 5G Core Network Engineer, and why are they important?

To excel as a Mobile 5G Core Network Engineer, you need a solid background in telecommunications, networking protocols (such as TCP/IP, SCTP), and relevant degrees in computer science or electrical engineering. Expertise with 5G core network components (like AMF, SMF, UPF), virtualization technologies, and certifications such as Cisco, Nokia, or Ericsson are typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for addressing network issues and collaborating across departments. These skills are vital for ensuring reliable, secure, and high-performance 5G network operations in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

What are the typical collaboration points between a Mobile 5G Core Network engineer and other telecom teams?

As a Mobile 5G Core Network engineer, you’ll frequently collaborate with radio access network (RAN) teams, security specialists, and network operations to ensure seamless end-to-end service delivery. You’ll work closely with software developers to integrate and test new core network functions and troubleshoot issues. Additionally, coordination with customer support and product management teams is common to address service quality concerns and plan network upgrades. This cross-functional environment encourages continuous learning and helps expand your expertise beyond core network technology.

What is the difference between Mobile 5G Core Network vs Mobile Network Engineer?

AspectMobile 5G Core NetworkMobile Network Engineer
Primary FocusDesign, deployment, and management of 5G core infrastructureMaintenance and optimization of overall mobile network systems
Required SkillsNetwork architecture, 5G protocols, cloud technologiesRF, network troubleshooting, hardware/software integration
Work EnvironmentTelecom providers, network labs, field deploymentTelecom companies, service providers, field sites
CertificationsCCNA, CCNP, 5G-specific certificationsCCNA, Cisco certifications, RF certifications

The Mobile 5G Core Network specialist focuses on the core infrastructure enabling 5G services, while the Mobile Network Engineer maintains and optimizes the broader mobile network. Both roles require technical expertise but differ in scope and specialization within the telecom industry.

What is a Mobile 5G Core Network?

A Mobile 5G Core Network is the central part of a 5G mobile telecommunications system that manages data, connectivity, and services for users. It is responsible for functions such as authentication, mobility management, session management, and secure access to external networks and services. The 5G Core supports advanced features like network slicing and low-latency communication, enabling new use cases such as IoT, autonomous vehicles, and enhanced mobile broadband. Compared to previous generations, the 5G Core is more flexible, cloud-native, and designed to handle massive amounts of data and connected devices.
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Staff Cloud Engineer

Staff Cloud Engineer

EchoStar

Plano, TX • On-site

$180K/yr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

EchoStar rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 74 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

52nd of 80 rated telecommunications companies

Job description

Company Summary

EchoStar builds solutions that help families and communities stay connected. We’ll launch your career and empower you to change lives.

Our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. We serve millions of customers with offerings ranging from satellite to streaming services and global to personal networking solutions.

Our DISH Technology team challenges the status quo and reimagines capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play vital roles in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Staff Cloud Engineer sought by DISH Wireless LLC in Plano, Texas. Validate and define the best cloud solution architecture for the Dish Wireless 5G ORAN Network. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to gather business and technical requirements for 5G infrastructure and services. Analyze and translate requirements into scalable, cloud-native solutions for 5G CORE computing environments. Establish and maintain development standards for complex, distributed systems, including 5G Core network functions. Set up development and code review standards for complex projects, and deploy applications. Document 5G solution architectures using clear, version-controlled diagrams and specifications. Leverage NLP and GenAl-based tools to assist in automated document generation, change logs, and troubleshooting playbooks. Define entry and exit criteria, test cases, and acceptance metrics for cloud-native 5G components and CNFs. Manage multi-region, multi-tenant Kubernetes environments (e.g., Amazon EKS) to support CNFs and cloud-native 5G functions. Automate the deployment of 5G CORE components. Enforce security best practices across 5G infrastructure. Monitor compliance with telecom and cloud
regulatory framework such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and 3GPP security standards.

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Requires Bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Computer

Information Systems, or a closely related field plus 8 years of post-baccalaureate experience

in job offered or closely related. Also requires 5 years of work experience with/using the

following (which may have been gained concurrently):

  • Helm, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, OpenShift, and VMware
  • Open-stack, infrastructure virtualization concepts, system management, cloud

environments, and NFV/SDN functions.

  • PaaS and PaaS level solutions, cloud storage solutions, on-prem private clouds.
  • 5G architecture and RAN concepts, Linux Kernel optimization and tuning, and

RESTvSphere, Tanzu, Jenkins, Git, Gerrit, Azure DevOps, Ansible, Terraform, Bash,

Python, Go, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, MySQL, Cassandra, OpenNESS, BMC,

IPMI, PXE boot, Selenium, Harbor, Robot, and RedFish.

Benefits

Employment is contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background
check, which may include a drug test.


Rate of Pay: $180,000.00


Benefits information available at EchoStar Benefits.


Apply at careers.dish.com. Ref: 2026-99071 if applying externally through careers.dish.com;
Ref: 2026-99072 if applying internally. May also apply by emailing resume with (Ref:
2026-99071) to recruiting@dish.com. 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.

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