EchoStar IT Technical Support Team Leader
EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview, which may include a live whiteboarding or technical assessment session. This role will be empowered to manage an IT technical support team responsible for real time support of internal Boost Retail Wireless CXO agents. This position will require strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of wireless technologies, troubleshooting techniques, and experience with managing and coaching technical support teams.
Key responsibilities :
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Level 2 Advanced Technical Support Specialists, including performance reviews and development
- Monitor team performance, identify trends, and implement corrective actions to meet SLOs and quality standards
- Handle escalated customer issues and support team members with complex technical problems
- Develop and deliver training programs to enhance technical skills and knowledge
- Use data analysis tools (SQL, APIs) to assess performance, identify improvements, and drive data-informed decisions
- Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer service processes and stay current on industry trends and technologies
Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience :
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field preferred5+ years of experience in a Customer Support role, preferably in the wireless industry3+ years of experience in a supervisory or management role in Customer SupportSkills and Qualifications :
Domain expertise in Wireless Systems, networks and devicesExperience in using IT systems, tools and vendor portals to correlate and troubleshoot the underlying issuesExperience in working with IT groups to drive resolution on the issuesExperience in running SQL queries, Snowflake experience preferredExperience in running APIs in tools like PostmanExperience in executing pre-defined scripts to resolve customer issuesSolid written and verbal communication skills and the ability to articulate technical issues in terms of customer behaviorBe available to work onsite out of our Christiansburg, VA officeBe available to work on shifts and flexible hours (as per defined schedules) up to a maximum of 40 hours per weekStrong leadership, mentoring, and coaching skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbalStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a larger teamSalary Ranges : Compensation : $72,350.00 / Year - $103,400.00 / Year
Benefits : We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here : DISH Benefits .