Software Engineering Manager Embedded Systems

Company Summary
EchoStar 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 Summary
Our DISH Technology team challenges the status quo and reimagines capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play vital roles in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
We are seeking a Software Manager to lead and inspire a team of software engineers specializing in video solutions for Dish set-top box platforms. This leadership role combines hands-on technical expertise with people management skills to drive innovation in digital television and streaming technologies. You will be responsible for managing engineering talent, overseeing project delivery, and ensuring our video solutions meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and user experience.
The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in embedded systems and video technologies, with demonstrated experience in leading teams and projects. You'll play a crucial role in shaping our technical strategy while fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented engineering culture.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software engineers working on video solutions for set-top box platforms, conducting regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and career development planning
• Oversee the design and implementation of embedded software for video processing, streaming, and playback on set-top boxes while ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability requirements
• Manage project timelines, resource allocation, and delivery milestones for video solution initiatives while coordinating with hardware teams, IT, and other business units
• Provide technical guidance on complex video processing challenges and system-level debugging while ensuring code quality standards and architectural integrity
• Present project status, technical challenges, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership while driving continuous improvement in development methodologies

Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 8+ years of software development experience with demonstrated experience leading teams and projects
• Previous experience in formal people management or team lead roles
• Experience with IPTV, OTT streaming technologies, and content protection systems
• Experience with performance optimization for video processing and memory-constrained environments
• Experience with automated testing frameworks for embedded video systems
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and project management tools

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience leading technical teams and managing complex software projects
• Strong technical background in C/C++ programming for embedded systems
• Deep understanding of video technologies, codecs, and streaming protocols (MPEG, H.264/H.265, DASH, HLS)
• Experience with Linux-based embedded systems and multimedia frameworks (GStreamer, FFmpeg)
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong problem-solving abilities and experience with complex system debugging
• Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and drive technical excellence

Salary Ranges
Compensation: $96,250.00/Year - $137,500.00/Year
Benefits
We 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: DISH 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.