Applied AI / AWS Engineer II

Company SummaryEchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. Department SummaryOur Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play a vital role in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesCandidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview, which may include a live whiteboarding or technical assessment session.Software quality assurance automation requires scalable, intelligent tooling to keep pace with modern IT delivery demands. The Applied AI / AWS Engineer II resolves bottlenecks in testing workflows by engineering automated utilities and integrating Generative and Agentic AI into software delivery practices. Operating within the Technology Assurance and Performance team, this role modernizes existing automation capabilities and bridges cloud infrastructure with core QA operations across globally distributed environments.What Success Looks Like (Objectives):Build scalable AWS cloud utilities using Lambda, API Gateways, and S3 to automate software delivery and performance testing across application environmentsDesign and deploy Generative and Agentic AI tooling within Quality Assurance frameworks to accelerate test coverage and improve fault detection efficiencyConstruct functional prototypes to validate modern technical concepts and iterate based on cross-functional stakeholder feedbackExtend and optimize existing internal software applications to maintain high reliability and support key departmental delivery goalsPartner with globally distributed engineering teams to integrate automated testing workflows and meet key organizational targetsSkills, Experience and RequirementsCore Skills and Competencies (What you'll bring):Software engineering capabilities using Python, Java, or C# to build robust API integrations and interface with SQL and NoSQL databasesKnowledge of cloud architecture and serverless implementation on AWS, specifically utilizing AWS Lambda, API Gateways, and S3AI Application and Literacy skills, including practical experience implementing Generative and Agentic AI frameworks to automate technical tasksComprehensive working knowledge of modern software delivery infrastructure, including version control (GIT) and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Harness)Strong analytical problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex tasks independently under tight deadlinesProven cross-functional collaboration skills with clear written and verbal technical communication capabilities across all organizational levelsAdditional Qualifications:Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related fieldMinimum Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field3+ years of experience in software engineeringMust have at least 3 years of experience with:Programming languages such as Python, Java, or C#AWS cloud services including Lambda, API Gateways, and S3API development, SQL/NoSQL databases, version control (GIT), and CI/CD tools (Jenkins or Harness)Visa sponsorship not available for this role#LI-JZ2 Salary RangesCompensation: $83,160.00/Year - $118,800.00/Year BenefitsWe offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits.The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. 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