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IT/DC and Databackbone Senior Engineer - IRIS2

On-site in Arganda del Rey·Added 1 month ago (last checked 8 Oct)

Hispasat

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Arganda del Rey
English: Required
Experience: 3+ years
Education: Master's degree

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Master's Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
3 to 5 years of relevant experience in telecommunications or mission-critical IT infrastructure.
Experience configuring switches and networks and managing virtualised environments.
Knowledge of virtualisation and cloud platforms.
Experience with data-centre infrastructure, compute, storage, network services and data backbones.
Knowledge of high-availability, redundancy, monitoring and business-continuity principles.
Experience in managing or technically coordinating technology projects and subcontractors.

Nice to have

Knowledge of satellite communications is considered an asset.
Nationality of an EU Member State and willingness to undergo an EU Secret clearance process.
Fluency in English, both written and spoken; any other European language is considered an asset.

The role

Hispasat, as part of the SpaceRISE consortium, is responsible for the technical implementation and ensuring the success of the IRIS² project, leveraging its extensive experience in satellite communications. This collaboration is essential to provide secure and reliable high-performance communication solutions to the European Union and its member states.

What you'll do

Define IT, network, data-centre, data-backbone and virtualisation requirements for the IRIS² multi-orbit satellite Ground Segment.
Define the high-level architecture for IT infrastructure, networks, data centres, storage, compute and virtualisation platforms.
Define implementation, integration and test plans for the proposed infrastructure subsystems.
Perform the technical follow-up of subcontractor activities related to design, requirements compliance, development and validation.
Support the higher-level integration of infrastructure, network and data-centre subsystems into the Ground Segment.
Coordinate interfaces with cybersecurity, M&C, OSS/BSS, 5G Core, Ground Stations and operational systems.
Support capacity, availability, resilience and continuity trade-offs and the resolution of technical anomalies.

How you'll work

Arganda del Rey, Madrid, Spain.

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To be part of this project, we are looking for IT, Data Center & Databackbone Senior Engineer. The responsibilities of the position are as follows:

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About Hispasat

Hispasat is a Spanish satellite communications operator headquartered in Madrid, providing satellite connectivity solutions across Europe, the Americas, and North Africa. The company operates a fleet of geostationary satellites and is a key player in the distribution of Spanish and Portuguese-language television content, as well as broadband and mobility services. With a strong focus on innovation, Hispasat is actively involved in the European Space Agency's IRIS2 program, a major initiative to develop a secure satellite constellation for the EU, which is driving significant engineering and technical hiring.

Hispasat's Spain presence is centered in Madrid, where most of its engineering, operations, and corporate roles are based. The company offers a professional environment that combines the stability of a well-established operator with the excitement of new space projects like IRIS2. For international professionals, Hispasat provides opportunities to work on advanced satellite systems, ground segments, and 5G networks, with a multicultural team and a commitment to innovation. The company's involvement in European space initiatives makes it an attractive employer for those looking to contribute to large-scale, cross-border projects.

Industry: Satellite Communications
Founded: 1989
Employees: 500–1,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid
Website: hispasat.com

Good to know if you are moving

Hispasat is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and most roles are based there, offering a central location in the Spanish capital.
The company is a key player in the European IRIS2 program, a major EU initiative to develop a secure satellite constellation, providing opportunities to work on large-scale, international projects.
Hispasat operates in a bilingual environment (Spanish and English), making it accessible for international professionals, though Spanish language skills are often beneficial.
The company offers a range of technical roles, from engineering to operations, with a focus on satellite communications, ground segments, and 5G networks.
As a state-owned company since 2023, Hispasat offers a stable work environment with a strategic role in Spain's and Europe's space ambitions.

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Additional information

At Hispasat we promote equal opportunities and an inclusive environment. All our selection processes are based on objective criteria, without distinction of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or other personal or social conditions. We value diversity as a driver of innovation and growth.

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