SDN Network Engineer
Rivada Space Networks GmbHMünchen, DEWho we are
Welcome to one of Europe’s most exciting New Space companies, creating the world's first fully connected mesh network in the sky. We are an international team of experts and engineers who have spent their careers expanding the boundaries and potential of space, now united in pursuit of a single vision. We value trust, open communication and collaboration to achieve the best results together.
Now we are looking for the best talents for our locations in Munich and Berlin to help us make our vision come true.
Your mission
You will be part of the team that oversees the Network Engineering of Rivada’s carrier network. Your mission is to strengthen our team as a Network Engineer in the planning and design of the SDN-based control and management architecture and its implementation. You will ensure that the system is highly reliable, secure, fully automated and optimised for service quality and platform utilisation.
This includes :
- Design of system-level SDN architecture
Definition of interfaces to neighbouring functions
Make-or-buy evaluations, Supplier management
Lead test and acceptance process, contributing to system rollout
Design path management algorithms for a complex network where the paths require dynamic updates
Support the development of operations scenarios
What you bring on the table
Excellent system level architecture expertise
Agile development approach
Why you should join us
We are an international team of space enthusiasts, following one great vision. We value equality in our work environment where different opinions, backgrounds and experiences are not only welcomed but also necessary to achieve the best result collaboratively.
This permanent position was created recently and thus offers a lot of creative freedom. Our approach is to create a modern work environment with hybrid working model. We offer an attractive salary depending on your experience.
Rivada Space Networks is an equal opportunity employer with the approach to create a diverse and inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, disability, or other individual characteristics.
About us
Rivada Space Networks is deploying the first true “OuterNET™” : a global low latency point-to-point connectivity network of LEO satellites. By connecting our satellites with lasers, we will provide resellers and B2B customers with the ability to securely connect any two points on the globe with low latency and high bandwidth. The constellations, comprising 600 low-earth-orbit communications satellites, will represent a fundamental change in the availability of secure, global, end-to-end enterprise-grade connectivity for Telecom, Enterprise, Maritime, Energy and Government Services markets. Rivada Space Networks is a wholly owned subsidiary of Rivada Networks, Inc.
Rivada is working with Terran Orbital to manufacture and SpaceX to launch our satellites. The deployment starts in 2025 with full-service launch in 2026.