Partner Technical Lead – Middle East

AST SpaceMobile

. Lead partner technical operations and integration readiness across satellite RAN, core, gateway, and BPMS domains .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemoteSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in telecom integration and partner technical operations, with a strong focus on coordinating multi-market readiness programs and ensuring effective communication across diverse stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing telecom monitoring tools and data visualization platforms to enhance operational outcomes.

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Telecom IntegrationPartner Technical OperationsKPI Dashboard ExperienceStakeholder ManagementProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Telecom IntegrationSolution EngineeringNetwork DeploymentTechnical ReadinessInteroperability TestingConfiguration FlowsDocumentation ManagementRoot Cause AnalysisAction Item TrackingData Visualization

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsStakeholder ManagementCollaborationCommunication SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

JiraServiceNowGrafanaKibanaPower BIConfluenceSharePoint

Industry Keywords

TelecommunicationsMobile Network OperatorsTechnical ReadinessIntegration DocumentationMiddle East

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

GrafanaITSMServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead partner technical operations and integration readiness across satellite RAN, core, gateway, and BPMS domains
Validate interface behavior, interoperability, configuration flows, and KPIs across partner network environments
Oversee partner onboarding, interoperability testing, and pre-launch technical readiness activities
Coordinate engineering, service assurance, operations, deployment, and planning teams on regional partner requirements
Drive closure of partner action items and communicate risks transparently
Report integration progress, blockers, and dependencies across multiple markets
Define, track, and publish readiness KPIs aligned with regional market conditions and integration milestones
Maintain integration documentation, interface specifications, and technical deliverables
Provide readiness and integration updates to leadership and regional stakeholders
Serve as the primary escalation point for partner-related technical issues
Coordinate incident resolution with partner network operations centers and internal engineering teams
Support root cause analysis, corrective action tracking, and follow-up for recurring issues
Advise partners during meetings, workshops, pilots, and technical discussions
Support strategic and pre-sales conversations requiring technical clarity
Participate in deployment sequencing, readiness reviews, and regional launch planning
Recommend improvements to integration processes, readiness dashboards, documentation, and testing frameworks
Ensure consistent application of best practices while accommodating regional requirements
Contribute to improvements in partner onboarding efficiency and operational outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in telecom integration, partner technical operations, solution engineering, or network deployment
Experience working with mobile network operators, telecom vendors, or network operators in Middle East
Proven experience coordinating multi-market technical readiness or integration programs
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills across technical and leadership audiences
Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional and geographically distributed teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in multicultural and multilingual environments
Structured problem-solving skills with clear articulation of risks, mitigations, and technical decisions
Meticulous attention to detail for documentation and readiness reporting
Experience with telecom monitoring, diagnostics, and signaling analysis tools
Experience with ITSM and ticketing platforms such as Jira or ServiceNow, or similar systems
Experience with KPI dashboards and data visualization tools such as Grafana, Kibana, or Power BI
Experience with collaboration and documentation tools such as Confluence or SharePoint
Ability to work in a standard office or remote environment and use a computer for extended periods
Ability to collaborate across time zones with stakeholders in Middle East and US
Willingness to travel within the region as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity, at-will employment
Ability to work in a standard office or remote environment
Regional travel for partner workshops, testing cycles, and integration reviews as needed