Director, System Test

The role

You will lead the organization responsible for ensuring Skylo's services are production-ready. You will build frameworks and infrastructure to validate satellite-to-cellular network behavior across devices, satellites, cloud infrastructure, and mobile network operator integrations.

What you will do

• Own end-to-end system testing across Skylo's global network platform.
• Lead a high-performing global team by managing performance through OKRs and KPIs.
• Define and drive Skylo's system test strategy.
• Envision, design, and scale Skylo's worldwide system test architecture and lab strategy.
• Maintain traceability between product requirements, test coverage, and release acceptance criteria.
• Drive company-wide frameworks and standards for quality, test automation, and validation infrastructure.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with emphasis on telecommunications, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in telecommunications system testing and/or test automation.
• At least 5 years in a technical leadership or people management role building high-performing teams.
• Experience working with or within a mobile network operator (MNO), MVNO, or network equipment vendor.
• Familiarity with MNO operational processes and partner onboarding.
• Hands-on experience with formal network change control processes, defining quality gates, and managing test-to-release workflows.
• Proficiency with cloud-based test infrastructure (GCP preferred).
• Proficiency with test automation frameworks (e.g., Robot Framework).
• Proficiency with 3GPP RAN/core protocol analysis tools.
• Ability to translate complex technical risks into clear narratives and drive alignment across teams.
• Experience building and leading high-performing engineering teams.
• Active habits using AI tools and a track record of folding new ones into your workflow quickly.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with the application of machine learning techniques to test automation, anomaly detection, or network performance analysis.
• Prior exposure to satellite-specific testing (GEO/LEO) and/or 3GPP NTN standards (Release 17 and beyond).
• GCP preferred

Benefits

• Stock option based equity program.
• Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plan.
• Monthly allowances for wellness and education reimbursement.
• Generous time off policy.
• Holidays.

About the company

Skylo has pioneered a standards-based approach to satellite connectivity, connecting smartphones and IoT devices directly to satellites. Their direct-to-device service is live on millions of activated devices across five continents.