Telesat (NASDAQ and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing
reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to
broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 50
years. Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and
industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest
and most successful global satellite operators.
Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network,
scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband
connectivity for enterprise users by delivering a combination of high capacity,
security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like
speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and
facilities around the world.
The company’s state-of-the-art fleet consists of 14 GEO satellites, the Canadian
payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite. For more
information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com
[http://www.telesat.com]
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Network Architect with
expertise in Segment Routing to join our dynamic and innovative team. As a
Senior Network Architect, you will play a pivotal role in designing,
implementing, and optimizing our network infrastructure, with a specific focus
on segment routing technologies. Your deep understanding of network
architecture, protocols, and best practices will contribute to the scalability,
reliability, and performance of our network while ensuring alignment with
business objectives.
The Sr. Network Architect is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on all aspects of the
LEO Network design and works with other LEO teams within Telesat and external
contractors to ensure designs, implementation decisions, validation plans and
documentation reflect the business requirements and objectives of the LEO
program.
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Main Responsibilities
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Segment Routing Design and Implementation:
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Participate in the design and implementation of segment routing solutions,
ensuring optimal utilization of network resources and improved traffic
engineering.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements
and translate them into effective network solution designs.
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Develop strategies for partner business units to implement and manage network
services implementations of segment routing architectures.
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Network Architecture and Optimization:
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Contribute to the architectural planning and evolution of the network,
incorporating segment routing as a key technology.
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Identify opportunities for optimization and enhanced performance using
segment routing techniques, such as traffic steering, BSIDs and fast reroute
mechanisms.
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Perform network assessments and recommend improvements to maintain network
health and operational efficiency.
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Represent the LEO Network Engineering team by documenting and delivering
network requirements to hardware and software development teams specifically
in the areas of customer facing MEF 3.0 interface and networking design
support requirements on data processing equipment
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In coordination with Network team attend, contribute and produce materials
for internal and external design and system engineering reviews for LEO
Network Engineering related activities
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Protocols and Standards:
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Maintain a deep understanding of industry standards and protocols related to
segment routing, such as IS-IS, BGP, and MPLS.
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Stay updated with emerging trends and advancements in segment routing
technologies, applying them to enhance network capabilities.
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Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution:
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Act as a subject matter expert, assist with complex network troubleshooting
and incident resolution.
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Collaborate with the LEO team to diagnose and address network behaviors and
incidents in a timely manner, minimizing service disruptions.
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Vendor and Solution Evaluation:
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Evaluate new networking hardware, software, and solutions that align with
segment routing strategies and network growth plans.
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Collaborate with vendors to understand product roadmaps and provide feedback
for feature enhancements.
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Documentation and Knowledge Sharing:
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Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including network
diagrams, configuration guidelines, and troubleshooting procedures related to
segment routing.
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Prepare and deliver materials including presentations, reference
documentation and test strategies for LEO network equipment and applications
deployment and operation
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Share knowledge and mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of
continuous learning and skill development.
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With LEO Network Engineers develop and oversee plans including product idea
investigations, proof of concept, Service validation and product
demonstrations in Telesat LEO labs
Education and Experience
- 10+ years of experience in carrier network design, operation and deployment
- Broad experience or exposure across all areas of network related product
design, development, verification, deployment and support
- Understanding of Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) standards and objectives as they
relate to Carrier Ethernet Services.
- Knowledge of routing and switching protocols, including BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, and
MPLS.
- Experience with network automation and scripting using tools such as Python,
Ansible, or similar.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex
network issues.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to guide and mentor junior
engineers.
- In-depth understanding of security principles and practices as they relate to
network architecture.
- Proven experience in network design, architecture, and optimization.
- Professional certifications such as Cisco CCIE, Juniper JNCIE, or equivalent,
are highly desirable.
- Comfortable leading meetings and able to communicate issues and trends to
senior management and other groups at the appropriate level of detail.
- Excellent communication (verbal, written, presentation) and interpersonal
skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with a proven track
record of working effectively within cross-functional teams.
- Communicates well with own team and across organizational boundaries to
ensure the successful completion of shared goals.
Working Conditions
- Working conditions are generally comfortable typical of an office environment
with occasional work within Data Center facilities.
- Occasional international travel is anticipated.
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At Telesat, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer that values
equality in the workplace. We are committed to providing the best candidate
experience possible including any required accommodations at every stage of our
interview process. All qualified applicants that have been selected for an
interview that require accommodations, are advised to inform the Telesat Talent
team accordingly. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation
information provided will be treated as confidential.
