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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Architect - **Company:** Aeris Communications - **Location:** Chicago, United States - **Salary:** $190,000.0 - $209,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** 4G (Telecommunication), Artificial Intelligence, Cellular Networks, Internet Protocol, Intrusion Detection Systems - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/network-architect-aeris-communications-inc-9895138 ## About the Role * Experience designing end-to-end architectures across RAN, transport, and core environments * Ability to design secure telecom architectures using encryption, segmentation, IDS/firewalls, and policy controls * Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities * Strong communication skills across technical, business, and executive audiences * Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical deployment initiatives from architecture through execution * Prior experience working within a telecom vendor or similar telecommunications environment * Experience supporting large-scale network initiatives such as 5G SA or next-generation IP network deployments * Collaborative working style within cross-functional and globally distributed teams * Demonstrated curiosity, self-direction, and continuous learning mindset * Familiarity with the use of AI for engineering workflows, brainstorming, idea validation, and technical problem-solving ## Description Aeris is seeking a Network Architect to lead the evolution of our 5G Standalone (5G SA) network architecture strategy and deployment efforts across global markets. This role sits at the center of some of the company's most critical network initiatives and will serve as a key technical leader guiding architecture decisions that directly support Aeris' global IoT expansion. This is a highly technical and highly visible role requiring deep end-to-end understanding of cellular network technologies across 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G environments. The successful candidate will act as the technical face of network engineering both internally and externally, partnering across networking, product management, sales, marketing, and operations teams while communicating with stakeholders ranging from engineers to CTO-level customer leaders., 5G SA Deployment Leadership * Lead end-to-end technical support activities for 5G SA deployments across Australia, Central Europe, and Singapore * Drive architecture ownership and technical decision-making for strategic 5G SA initiatives * Support successful deployment execution and long-term operational alignment Architecture & Technical Strategy * Guide Aeris network evolution strategies in support of global IoT device expansion * Support technical architectures for strategic projects and new service initiatives * Help network engineering and operations teams create technical strategies aligned with business goals * Design secure telecom architectures including encryption, segmentation, IDS/firewall integration, and policy controls Cross-Functional Collaboration * Create technical alignment across networking, product management, sales, marketing, and operations organizations * Collaborate closely with global engineering teams, including the networking team in Romania * Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to technical, non-technical, and executive audience Technical Leadership * Serve as the technical representative for the Networking organization internally and externally * Simplify and lead complex end-to-end technical programs * Support innovation and engineering problem-solving through modern AI-enabled workflows and idea validation approaches ## Related Videos - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [Location Verification without GPS?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1184-location-verification-without-gps) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Code meets connectivity - Developers as the powerhouse of Network API innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1686-code-meets-connectivity-developers-as-the-powerhouse-of-network-api-innovation) - [How Visionary Leaders Drive Transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1701-how-visionary-leaders-drive-transformation) - [Opening the Mobile Space with CAMARA’s Network APIs - CAMARA Project](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1728-opening-the-mobile-space-with-camara-s-network-apis-camara-project) ## Related Articles - [The CAMARA Project: How Telcos Collaborating Improves Developer Experience](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/671-the-camara-project-how-telcos-collaborating-improves-developer-experience) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Stephan Gillich - Bringing AI Everywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/489-stephan-gillich-bringing-ai-everywhere)