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Communications Network Engineer

£55,000 - 75,000
Spire
Finnieston Square, Glasgow
£55,000 - 75,000
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1k-5k
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Product
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Regular
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Full-Time
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English
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No

Requirements

Must:
- More than 5 years of experience in the design and implementation of communication networks. - Proficient in IP networking (TCP/UDP), tunneling techniques, and secure data handling. - Practical understanding of networking concepts, especially network and transport protocols. - A proactive, transparent, and truth-seeking collaboration approach. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. - A positive attitude, a bias for action, adaptability, and openness to learning new technologies and engaging with new people.

Responsibilities

- Design, implement, and support an IP-based network that spans multiple AWS regions, ground stations, and spacecraft. You will configure network infrastructure across observability, DNS, dynamic routing, VPN, QoS, security, and more. - Contribute to the development of upper communication layer software using straightforward and reliable approaches, while enhancing development speed through open-source tools. - Assess network operational performance by building monitoring tools for various metrics such as packet flows, routing, connection metrics, and latency. You will contribute to continuous improvements in constellation communication performance, monitoring, debugging, testing, and overall system understanding. - Support the definition of QoS features, routing and traffic handling, and resource use and monitoring in a multi-tenancy environment. - Participate in team discussions, share ideas, and facilitate problem-solving in a clear and supportive manner. - Collaborate closely with engineers from lower communication layers, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless integration across systems.

Description


As a Network Engineer on our Communication Systems team, youll shape the infrastructure that facilitates data movement across our satellite network. Youll design, prototype, and enhance the systems and software that maintain connectivity within our constellation. Working alongside engineers from operations, hardware, and software, your contributions will directly influence our space systems functionality. We value curiosity, reliability, and a willingness to grow. Our teams operate from various locations, including California, Glasgow, and Western Europe, so flexibility for late afternoon meetings is essential. Spire adopts a hybrid work model, requiring a minimum of three days in the office each week. Access to US export-controlled software or technology may be necessary for this role, but we will arrange any needed licenses. Global Perks: - Name Your Satellite Program (NYSP) - Launch Attendance - Generous Time Off Policy - Education Assistance Program - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) - Family Leave - Fitness Reimbursement - Employee Referral Program - Healthy snacks & beverages in every office About Spire: We improve life on Earth with data from space. Spire Global is a space-to-cloud analytics company operating the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites, providing advanced tracking data for maritime, aviation, and weather. Our data infrastructure includes a global ground station network and 24/7 operations for real-time global coverage. Spire values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of various personal attributes. All candidates who receive a conditional offer will undergo a background check, which may include criminal history and employment verification. We encourage you to review our Global Data Privacy Notice and Privacy Policy. Communication regarding your application may come from our official emails.
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