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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Team Lead - Network Operations - **Company:** Astranis Space Technologies - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $230,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Bash Shell, Border Gateway Protocol, System Configuration, Network Address Translation, Domain Name System (DNS), Internet Protocol, Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Linux System Administration, Network Virtualization, Satcom, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Scripting, Computer Network Operations, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Containerization, Fortinet, Routing & Switching, Cisco - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88256205/1 ## About the Role * 3-5+ years of hands-on technical experience in network operations, satellite communications (Satcom), NOC, or technical support environments. * 0-1+ years of formal people management or demonstrated experience acting as a technical lead / mentor to junior engineers. * Strong foundational understanding of IP networking (TCP/IP, routing & switching, BGP, VLANs, NAT, DNS) and/or RF concepts. * Practical experience using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) to automate tasks or parse network/telemetry data. * Proven bias for action-a track record of taking ownership, moving quickly, and solving high-pressure operational issues. * Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; comfortable writing post-mortems and interfacing with cross-functional teams and customers. * Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria Bonus * Prior experience in a Tier 2/3 Satcom or Telecom Network Operations role. * Hands-on familiarity with RF terminals/antennas, satellite payload architectures, and VSAT hub systems (including modulators/demodulators). * Hands-on configuration and troubleshooting experience with enterprise/carrier-grade hardware (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet Firewalls). * Experience with Linux system administration, network virtualization (KVM), or containerized environments. ## Description * Own Tier 2 Network Operations for all operational and under-development customer networks * Lead the design, implementation and continuous improvement of operational procedures for network deployment, routine maintenance, and outage recovery * Oversee the team during live incidents, coordinate with mission operations and engineering teams for rapid resolution, and drive thorough root cause analyses (RCA) to prevent recurrence. * Eliminate repetitive manual tasks by automating operational workflows and recovery scripts (e.g., Python, Bash). * Partner with engineering teams to design, refine, and maintain telemetry, monitoring dashboards, and alert pipelines. * Analyze incoming customer network requirements and design robust operational solutions focused on maintainability, scalability, and security. * Support in-field deployment of ground systems, antenna/RF commissioning, and direct integration with customer networks. * Provide day-to-day technical leadership, coach team members, and actively assist in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding new teammates, 1. 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