WAN Engineer & Architect

About the role

Globalstar pioneered personal safety by introducing its SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger in 2007. Today, leveraging its low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation, Globalstar reliably connects and protects assets, transmits key operational data, and saves lives – from any location – for consumers, industrial companies and government agencies in over 120 countries. With a portfolio that includes SPOT GPS messengers, next-generation IoT products and modems, and cloud-based telematics solutions, Globalstar’s cost effective satellite-powered innovations give users visibility and intelligence for improving safety and operational efficiencies.

This role provides technical mentorship to network engineering staff and has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for end-to-end WAN design, implementation, support, and documentation. Platforms include firewalls, routers, and Layer 2 switching related to SD-WAN, point-to-point, and WAVE telecom circuits.
• Own BGP routing design and operations at scale — peering, transit, communities, traffic engineering, and route policy across carrier, cloud, and internal domains.
• Lead SD-WAN architecture and operations (Cato Networks), including site onboarding, policy design, overlay/underlay routing preference, and integration with security controls.
• Traffic routing, security, bandwidth, and QoS control on the WAN network.
• Architect and manage cloud interconnect via Equinix Fabric and direct connections to AWS and other cloud providers.
• Design and support data center fabric technologies including EVPN/VXLAN.
• Engineering of diverse access fiber plant at ground stations and demarc extensions, including review of carrier KMZ route data to ensure physical path diversity.
• Own network observability and SLA assurance using Kentik and related monitoring platforms — flow analytics, synthetic testing, capacity trending, anomaly detection, and customer-facing SLA reporting; troubleshoot WAN-related issues to rapid resolution.
• Maintain WAN configuration and backups of WAN edge devices.
• Test and turn-up of new WAN circuits with telco and ground station staff.
• Partner with cybersecurity on segmentation, zero trust initiatives, and compliance-driven network controls (NIST 800-171, SOC 2).
• Produce and maintain architecture documentation, standards, and runbooks.
• Lead vendor and carrier relationships: circuit procurement, escalations, and technology evaluation.
• Interface with IT, other network engineers, and other departments as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Networking, Computer Science, or an equivalent Engineering degree.
• CCIE (Routing and Switching), CCNP (Enterprise), or equivalent skill required.
• At least ten (10) years of progressive experience in WAN engineering, traffic routing, and WAN security, with at least three (3) years in an architect or lead design role.
• This position requires access to technology and data subject to U.S. export control regulations (ITAR/EAR). Candidates must be U.S. persons as defined under these regulations (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) or otherwise eligible for required export authorizations.

Skills

• WAN design: Expert experience with WAN architectures (MPLS, VPN, SD-WAN, MP-BGP, DIA, DWDM/wave services).
• Routing: Expert-level BGP — route reflectors, communities, path manipulation, multihoming, and production troubleshooting; Cisco IOS-XE/NX-OS at an expert level, multi-vendor experience (Arista, Juniper) a plus.
• Data center fabric: Hands-on EVPN/VXLAN design and operations.
• Network security: Firewall configurations, ACLs, segmentation, and threat mitigation.
• Cloud connectivity: AWS VPC/Transit Gateway/Direct Connect and interconnection platforms such as Equinix Fabric; familiarity with Azure and Google Cloud connectivity options.
• Monitoring and observability: Experience operating network monitoring/observability platforms (Kentik strongly preferred; NetFlow/sFlow/IPFIX analytics, SNMP, streaming telemetry, synthetic monitoring) in an environment with contractual SLAs.
• Automation: Familiarity with network automation and configuration tools (Ansible, Python, NetBox, etc.).
• Optical: Has used leased wave technologies and able to design and turn up associated systems.
• Facility design: Understanding of data center design principles, power, cooling, and space planning.
• Redundancy and resilience: Ability to design and implement redundant systems, including diverse facility entrances and carrier circuit diversity. Familiar with reading and interpreting KMZs of routes and ability to negotiate their best practice.
• Collaboration: Ability to work with cross-functional teams (IT, facilities, vendors).
• Problem-solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Adaptability: Willingness to adapt to changing technical requirements and industry trends.
• Communication: Effective communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactive: Anticipate and mitigate potential network issues.

Benefits

• Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays.
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Voluntary and Company Paid Group Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Medical FSA, Dependent Care, Competitive Salaries.
• Health & Wellness: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Comprehensive and Interactive Wellness Program.

Physical Requirements

• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
• Willingness and ability to work after regularly scheduled hours as needed.
• Ability to sit at a desk for prolonged periods working on a computer (4 to 8 hours).
• Ability to operate the equipment used for the job.
• Ability to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Bonus

• Cato Networks SD-WAN/SASE deployment or operations experience.
• Experience optimizing networking for latency and loss mitigation.
• Comprehension and awareness of optical transport platforms and their nuances when considering IP services.
• Familiarity with data center and edge network technologies and services, including how to enable HA, traffic distribution, and peering in these settings.
• Experience in satellite, telecom carrier, or other uptime-critical service provider environments.
• Experience operating in regulated/compliance-driven environments (NIST 800-171, ITAR/EAR, SOC 2).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact clearly and concisely with all departments and levels of management.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention-to-detail.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with NetSuite.