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Aeris Communications

Network Architect

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In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
190K-209K Annually
Entry level
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
190K-209K Annually
Entry level
Lead global 5G Standalone network architecture strategy and deployment across Australia, Central Europe, and Singapore. Design secure end-to-end telecom architectures spanning RAN, transport, and core environments; guide network evolution for IoT expansion; and make technical decisions for strategic initiatives. Collaborate with engineering, product, sales, marketing, and operations teams, represent networking internally and externally, and communicate with technical and executive stakeholders while supporting complex deployments and operational alignment.
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About Aeris Communications Inc.


For more than 30 years, Aeris has been a global leader in cellular IoT, powering connected solutions across automotive, utilities and energy, fleet management and logistics, medical devices, and manufacturing. Today, Aeris supports a global ecosystem of 7,000 enterprise customers, 30 mobile network operator partners, more than 115 million connected devices, and 45 million connected cars worldwide. Through secure, scalable, and borderless connectivity solutions, Aeris helps organizations simplify operations, improve performance, and accelerate growth in an increasingly connected world.

Role Overview

 

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.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

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

 

Qualifications

 

  • 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

 

Aeris is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

 

As part of our hiring process, Aeris may conduct background checks to verify the information provided in your application and assess your suitability for the role. The scope and type of checks will comply with the applicable laws and regulations of the country where the position is based. Additional detail will be provided via the formal application process.

 

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may also be modified in the future. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.

 

The salary range for this role is $190,000 - $209,000. Aeris also offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical / dental / vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.

 

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