**EchoStar** has an exciting opportunity for an **Engineer II - Customer Networks** in our **Hughes Network Systems** division. This position will be located at our office in **Germantown, MD.** ​ **Responsibilities:** ​ + Design, implement, troubleshoot, and manage routing and switching of Enterprise Customers’ terrestrial networks.​ + Ensure the secure transmission of network traffic through network nodes.​ + Work on different vendor like Cisco, Fortinet, Meraki, Velocloud, Cradlepoint products to build and manage Customer networks. ​ + Enable new features in networking devices and implement network systems improvements to enhance network performance and reliability. ​ + Configure and support Enterprise Customers' routers and switches with networking protocols to ensure seamless communication among network devices. ​ + Work on Windows and Linux servers to troubleshoot network issues and to analyze network performance.​ + Perform firmware upgrades on networking devices for bug fixes and enhancements. ​ + Use Python Programming Language for config management in airflow orchestration system and also use Python to automate processes.​ + Support our customer off hours when ON CALL **Basic Requirements:** ​ + Bachelors degree in Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or closely related field ​ + 3+ years' experience in Customer Network Engineering. ​​ **Preferred Qualifications:** ​​ + Deep understanding of network infrastructure, protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, ARP, VLAN), and services (e.g., DNS, DHCP, VPNs, SD-WAN). + Beginner to Intermediate knowledge of Python programming for network automation + Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze and resolve complex network and software issues. + CCNA and CCNP certification​ + Any Fortinet (NSE) certification + Python Programming Language​ + Excellent communication skills​ + Experience working on data networking protocols and telecommunications​ + Ability to learn and adapt to new products and technologies quickly​ + Strong analytical, organizational, and multitasking skills​ ​ Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.​ \#LI-AM1