Own end-to-end system testing across Skylo’s global network platform, spanning RAN infrastructure, 3GPP-based cloud-native core networks, back-office and provisioning systems, and integrations with customer and MNO partner networks
Lead a high-performing global team by managing performance through OKRs and KPIs, remaining technically engaged in diagnosing complex system failures and building a culture of innovation and reliability across multiple time zones
Define and drive Skylo’s system test strategy to establish a consistent, data-driven view of test coverage, automation efficiency, and bug escape prevention across engineering teams
Envision, design, and scale Skylo's worldwide system test architecture and lab strategy — maintaining hybrid test environments that span physical devices, satellite channel emulators, and cloud-based automation agents to enable thorough pre-production validation of NTN-specific behaviors
Maintain traceability between product requirements, test coverage, and release acceptance criteria to ensure complete validation of customer-facing services
Drive company-wide frameworks and standards for quality, test automation, validation infrastructure, and defect escape prevention, ensuring consistent approaches to tooling, coverage, and release readiness across engineering teams

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with emphasis on telecommunications, or equivalent practical experience
10+ years of hands-on experience in telecommunications system testing and/or test automation, including at least 5 years in a technical leadership or people management role building high-performing teams
Experience working with or within a mobile network operator (MNO), MVNO, or network equipment vendor; familiarity with MNO operational processes and partner onboarding
Hands-on experience with formal network change control processes, defining quality gates, and managing test-to-release workflows
Proficiency with cloud-based test infrastructure (GCP preferred), test automation frameworks (e.g., Robot Framework), and 3GPP RAN/core protocol analysis tools
Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical risks into clear narratives and drive alignment across engineering, operations, product, and external partners
Experience building and leading high-performing engineering teams, with the ability to set technical direction while remaining hands-on
Every role at Skylo uses AI tools daily to amplify output. We expect active habits using AI tools and a track record of folding new ones into your workflow quickly

Familiarity with the application of machine learning techniques to test automation, anomaly detection, or network performance analysis
Prior exposure to satellite-specific testing (GEO/LEO) and/or 3GPP NTN standards (Release 17 and beyond)

Competitive compensation packages including a stock option based equity program
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plan
Monthly allowances for wellness and education reimbursement
A generous time off policy, holidays
Access to a world-class team and talent across tech domains: software, hardware, chipsets, telecom, satellite and network virtualization

Skylo is hiring a Director, System Test