Senior Principal Engineer - Embedded

Company Summary
EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.
Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.
Department Summary
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
We are seeking a visionary software architect to join our talented engineering team as a Senior Principal Engineer. This senior-level position requires exceptional architectural expertise in embedded systems and set-top box technologies, combined with strategic technical leadership. In this role, you will be responsible for designing high-level software architectures, establishing technical standards, and evaluating potential paths for future set-top box platforms. You'll define system interfaces, evaluate technology stacks, and make critical design decisions that balance performance, scalability, and user experience requirements.
The ideal candidate will drive innovation through architectural vision, lead cross-functional technical initiatives, and shape our strategic direction in the digital television space. You'll collaborate with engineering teams to ensure architectural integrity while mentoring technical staff and influencing our technology roadmap.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of embedded software for set-top boxes, including system software, drivers, and applications
• Architect scalable and robust software solutions that meet performance and reliability requirements
• Optimize software for performance, memory usage, and power efficiency in set-top box environments
• Collaborate closely with Product Management to understand and refine product requirements, ensuring technical solutions align with business objectives
• Work effectively with UX/UI and Customer Experience (CX) teams to integrate user-centric design principles and ensure a seamless user experience
• Partner with IT and other business teams to define system architectures, ensure smooth deployment, and integrate with backend services
• Present complex technical concepts and project updates clearly and concisely to CXO leadership and non-technical stakeholders
• Collaborate with hardware teams to define and implement hardware-software interfaces
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers on best practices and technique, contributing to building a strong engineering culture
• Contribute to technical roadmaps and long-term strategic planning for set-top box platforms
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues in hardware and software interactions
• Contribute to system-level testing and validation processes
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in embedded systems technology

Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 15+ years of experience in embedded software development, with a focus on set-top box or similar consumer electronics

Skills and Qualifications:

• Expert-level proficiency in C/C++ programming for embedded systems
• Strong understanding of digital TV technologies, video codecs, and streaming protocols
• Experience with Linux-based embedded systems
• Experience with multimedia frameworks and APIs (e.g., GStreamer, FFmpeg)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex system-level issues
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and Agile development methodologies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Java programming
• Experience with IPTV and OTT streaming technologies
• Knowledge of content protection systems and DRM technologies
• Experience with CI/CD practices for embedded systems
• Understanding of user interface development for TV platforms
• Familiarity with audio/video post-processing techniques
• Experience with set-top box testing and validation processes
• Knowledge of wireless communication protocols (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Zigbee)

Visa sponsorship not available for this role
Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person on-site interview.
Salary Ranges
Compensation: $127,050.00/Year - $208,000.00/Year
Benefits
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.