IOT Device Manager

Permanent employee, Full-time · Munich, Berlin

Who we are
Welcome to one of Europe’s most exciting New Space companies, creating the world's first fully connected mesh network in the sky. We are an international team of experts and engineers who have spent their careers expanding the boundaries and potential of space, now united in pursuit of a single vision. We value trust, open communication and collaboration to achieve the best results together. 
 
Now we are looking for the best talents for our locations in Munich and Berlin to help us make our vision come true.
Your mission
As IOT Device Manager, you are responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and optimization of the User Terminal Manager (UTM) within the Rivada Space Networks system. The UTM represents a critical interface between the operators and our float of UTs, enabling seamless operation of the constellation through SW updates, monitoring, and secure connectivity.
 
The IOT Device Manager sits within the Ground Segment team and drives the management, procurement, and delivery of user terminal manager solution in collaboration with selected suppliers or supporting internal development. This role also ensures the UTM meets system and UT requirements while supporting optimization for network resources, performance, and customer satisfaction.
 
This includes:
  • Definition of User Terminal Manager use cases, requirements, interfaces, and capabilities to comply with overall system requirements and user expectations
  • Support of UT supplier selection together with User Segment
  • Management of the UTM supplier selection and development management following Agile approach
  • Coordination of the development of UT software and hardware features, including integration with the network and ground segment components
  • Ensure UTM solutions incorporate key features such as SW update management, and monitoring
  • Facilitate communication with internal stakeholders, including OSS/BSS, system operations, and customer service teams, to ensure seamless integration and support
  • Provide product ownership leadership to internal engineering teams, aligning UTM roadmap and feature set to Rivada’s business goals and customer needs
What you bring on the table
  • University degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in technical management roles, specifically involving suppliers, product development, and engineering teams
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in satellite User Terminal (UT), Device Management or IoT design
  • Knowledge of Agile development, Network, Cloud infrastructure IoT services
  • Proven experience in managing software/hardware integration projects and cloud-based solutions
  • Understanding of OSS/BSS systems and standard interfaces required for operational workflows
  • Analytical mindset combined with strong communication and leadership skills
  • Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and manage multi-vendor relationships
  • Fluency in written and spoken English
  • Self-starter mentality with a focus on delivering results and achieving technical excellence
Why you should join us
We are an international team of space enthusiasts, following one great vision. We value equality in our work environment where different opinions, backgrounds and experiences are not only welcomed but also necessary to achieve the best result collaboratively. 

This permanent position was created recently and thus offers a lot of creative freedom. Our approach is to create a modern work environment with hybrid working model. We offer an attractive salary depending on your experience. 

Rivada Space Networks is an equal opportunity employer with the approach to create a diverse and inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, disability, or other individual characteristics.
About us

Rivada Space Networks is deploying the first true “OuterNET™”: a global low latency point-to-point connectivity network of LEO satellites. By connecting our satellites with lasers, we will provide resellers and B2B customers with the ability to securely connect any two points on the globe with low latency and high bandwidth. The constellations, comprising 600 low-earth-orbit communications satellites, will represent a fundamental change in the availability of secure, global, end-to-end enterprise-grade connectivity for Telecom, Enterprise, Maritime, Energy and Government Services markets. Rivada Space Networks is a wholly owned subsidiary of Rivada Networks, Inc. 

Rivada is working with Terran Orbital to manufacture and SpaceX to launch our satellites. The deployment starts in 2025 with full-service launch in 2026.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!
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