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Redhat

Technical Advisor, Telco Engineering

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$193.39K - $318.98K/yr

Dive into complex telco challenges (e.g., 5G network optimization, RAN, AI and automation) and develop innovative solutions in collaboration with our partners through research and experimentation

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Redolent, Inc

Telco Cloud Automation Engineer

Role - Telco Cloud Automation Engineer Work location - Remote "Experience with 5G Service Based Architecture Knowledge and experience with MANO based solutions ( e.g. ECOMP/ONAP, Nokia, Open MANO ...

American Unit, Inc.

Telco Automation Sr. Engineer

Cheyenne, WY · On-site

$98.60K - $129.30K/yr

Telco Automation SR Engineer 6 months Contract Cheyenne WY 82001 UPDATE - This role is now requiring RAN experience Position is fully onsite, so candidate must be local or willing to relocate and ...

Canonical

Telco Cloud Field Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

Canonical Ubuntu is a key platform for telco innovation, and we are growing our team of specialists who work in the industry to accelerate the change. Canonical enables operators and communications ...

Amazon

Telco ISV Global Account Manager

Dallas, TX

As a Global Account Manager within AWS Global Telco, you will drive digital transformation through strategic engagement with C-level executives, IT decision-makers, and key business leaders across ...

Amazon

Telco ISV Global Account Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

As a Global Account Manager within AWS Global Telco, you will drive digital transformation through strategic engagement with C-level executives, IT decision-makers, and key business leaders across ...

Telesat

Account Executive, Telco

Bethesda, MD

The Account Executive, Telco will develop and execute the Business Development and Sales Strategy for Telesat Lightspeed LEO services in the US, with a special focus on the Telco, MNOs, Service ...

Telesat

Account Executive, Telco

Bethesda, MD · On-site

The Account Executive, Telco will develop and execute the Business Development and Sales Strategy for Telesat Lightspeed LEO services in the US, with a special focus on the Telco, MNOs, Service ...

Amazon

Telco ISV Global Account Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

As a Global Account Manager within AWS Global Telco, you will drive digital transformation through strategic engagement with C-level executives, IT decision-makers, and key business leaders across ...

Amazon

Telco ISV Global Account Manager

Dallas, TX

As a Global Account Manager within AWS Global Telco, you will drive digital transformation through strategic engagement with C-level executives, IT decision-makers, and key business leaders across ...

Telesat

Account Executive, Telco

Bethesda, MD

The Account Executive, Telco will develop and execute the Business Development and Sales Strategy for Telesat Lightspeed LEO services in the US, with a special focus on the Telco, MNOs, Service ...

ServiceNow

Client Director - Telco

Kirkland, WA · On-site +1

$172K - $255K/yr

Drive new business across a defined set of ServiceNow's largest existing Telco accounts. You'll own the executive relationship and strategic agenda for these clients, leading virtual teams across ...

ServiceNow

Client Director - Telco

Kirkland, WA · On-site +1

$192.60K - $285K/yr

Drive new business across a defined set of ServiceNow's largest existing Telco accounts. You'll own the executive relationship and strategic agenda for these clients, leading virtual teams across ...

ServiceNow

Client Director - Telco

Kirkland, WA · On-site +1

$192.60K - $285K/yr

Drive new business across a defined set of ServiceNow's largest existing Telco accounts. You'll own the executive relationship and strategic agenda for these clients, leading virtual teams across ...

ServiceNow

Client Director - Telco

Addison, TX · On-site +1

$172K - $255K/yr

Drive new business across a defined set of ServiceNow's largest existing Telco accounts. You'll own the executive relationship and strategic agenda for these clients, leading virtual teams across ...

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Technical Advisor, Telco Engineering

Redhat

Boston, MA • On-site, Remote

$193.39K - $318.98K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Job Description

About the Job

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Technical Advisor to partner closely with the Vice President of Telco Engineering. This role will act as an extension of leadership, providing critical thought leadership, technical insight, and operational leverage to amplify the impact of telco engineering initiatives aligned with Red Hat technology and portfolio vision. The Technical Advisor will engage deeply in complex telco challenges, helping define technical direction, drive execution, and represent leadership across internal and external engagements. This role requires a blend of technical depth, strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, strong communications skills, and executive presence.

What You Will Do

  • Technical Advisory: Act as the primary technical advisor to the Vice President of Telco Engineering, aligning priorities with telco strategy and addressing pressing technical concerns

  • Executive Representation: Represent leadership in high-impact customer, partner, and internal stakeholder meetings; anticipate needs and ensure continuity in decision-making

  • Complex Problem Solving: Dive into complex telco challenges (e.g., 5G network optimization, RAN, AI and automation) and develop innovative solutions in collaboration with our partners through research and experimentation

  • Technical Strategy Development: Collaborate with engineering teams and senior leadership to define telco technical strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and industry trends

  • Architectural Guidance: Provide expert guidance on telco network architecture, cloud-native solutions, and edge computing; advocate for scalability, reliability, and security in telco systems and integration with partner technologies and solutions

  • Leadership and Mentorship: Mentor engineering teams, foster a culture of technical excellence, and champion knowledge sharing in telco technologies

  • Emerging Technologies: Stay informed about telco trends (e.g., Open RAN, AI-driven network automation) and evaluate their impact on products, advising on strategic adoption

  • Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify technical risks in telco systems and lead initiatives to ensure robustness and compliance with industry standards

  • Thought Leadership: Represent and act as spokesperson Red Hat in telco forums, conferences, and media publications to build industry reputation as a thought leader in telco innovation


What You Will Bring

  • Proven experience in a senior architect, engineering, or advisory role within telco or related domains

  • Strong technical background in telco technologies (e.g., 5G, NFV, SDN, RAN, AI, edge computing) and systems design

  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, complex environment with agility and cross-functional collaboration

  • Demonstrated leadership in driving cross-functional telco projects and mentoring technical teams

  • Passion for innovation, adopting new telco technologies, and driving organizational excellence

Preferred Experience

  • Prior experience as a Technical Advisor, Chief Architect, or Engineering Director in telco or enterprise networking

  • Experience working closely with executive leadership on telco strategy

  • Public speaking, thought leadership, or industry forums and community engagement experience in telco and open source

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The salary range for this position is $193,390.00 - $318,980.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.

Pay Transparency

Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat's compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity. For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience.

About Red Hat

Red Hat is the world's leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.

Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
Retirement 401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and holidays
Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States.

Inclusion at Red Hat
Red Hat's culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions that compose our global village.

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