--- title: 'Telecom Roaming Expert & Interconnect Partnerships at Skylo Technologies' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/telecom-roaming-expert-interconnect-partnerships-skylo-technologies-bengaluru-dj0ry44w4f68' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-10' --- # Telecom Roaming Expert & Interconnect Partnerships at Skylo Technologies - **Company:** Skylo Technologies - **Location:** Bengaluru, India - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-08-19 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/skylo/a5d457b0-035f-4583-8aa6-50beafef39f4 ## Job description The world still has coverage blind spots. You could help eliminate them at Skylo. Skylo has pioneered a standards-based approach to satellite connectivity. We connect smartphones and IoT devices directly to satellites. No special hardware, no entirely new networks. Just billions of existing devices, suddenly reachable anywhere on Earth. We're not building toward this future. We're already in it. Our direct-to-device service is live on millions of activated devices across five continents, covering more than 72 million square kilometers, in partnership with leading satellite operators, mobile network operators, Tier-1 chipset makers, and OEMs worldwide. And we're just getting started. At the heart of it all is Skylo's commercial NTN vRAN: a 3GPP standards-based, cloud-native platform that seamlessly bridges terrestrial and satellite networks. It's the infrastructure that makes true anywhere, anytime connectivity possible. When you join Skylo, you'll work at the intersection of three markets reshaping how the world stays connected: mass-market consumer devices, automotive, and industrial IoT. Enabling people outdoors and critical workflows in the world's most remote places. This is a rare chance to work on technology that matters, at a company that's already proving it works This role is located in Bangalore, India where we are onsite 3 days a week in office. ## ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a senior commercial-technical leader to own Skylo’s IPX, hubbing, and clearing-partner ecosystem. You will be accountable for the contracts, operating cadence, service performance, escalation paths, and redundancy strategy that determine how quickly new roaming partners reach production. ## KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Partner & Vendor Management - Lifecycle Ownership: Manage and develop relationships with international roaming partner operators, owning the full lifecycle of the agreements. - Connectivity Providers: Manage the relationship with international connectivity and signalling providers (IPX/GRX carriers, roaming hubs, SS7/Diameter signalling providers), including selection, contracting, and SLA monitoring. - Clearing Houses: Manage the relationship with data and financial clearing houses and hub providers, monitoring billing, disputes, and reconciliations. Technical Coordination & Operations - Testing & Implementation: Coordinate the opening of new roaming relationships and testing. - Data Exchange: Oversee the exchange of files and documentation between operators: TAP/RAP (Transferred/Returned Account Procedure), NRTRDE (Near Real Time Roaming Data Exchange), RAEX (IR.21, IR.85, IOT), and the related clearing and reconciliation processes. Strategy, Commercials & Compliance - Contract Negotiation: Negotiate, draft, and maintain agreements, and manage the related signing and update process. - Business Analytics: Analyse roaming performance (traffic, quality, revenue, cost, margin) and define optimisation strategies for tariffs, steering of roaming, and fraud management. - Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards (e.g., GSMA, EU roaming regulation "Roam Like At Home”, and any local regulation), overseeing regulatory impacts on the business. - Cross-Functional Leadership: Interface with internal functions (Network, IT/BSS, Finance, Legal, Wholesale, Marketing) to ensure delivery and evolution of the service. ## REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Professional Experience - Industry Tenure: 10+ years of experience in a roaming / wholesale roaming role within a mobile operator (or at a hub/IPX provider), with proven direct management of relationships with international operators and carriers. - Interconnect Expertise: 10+ years of experience in carrier interconnect, wholesale roaming, IPX/GRX, telecom vendor management, or a closely related field. - Leadership Depth: Senior-level ownership of strategic suppliers and complex partner relationships. Telecom & Standards Knowledge - Roaming Business: In-depth knowledge of the international roaming business: commercial models, value chain, tariff mechanisms (IOT, wholesale), steering, settlement, and clearing. - GSMA Standards: Thorough knowledge of GSMA standards and procedures: RAEX/IR.21, AA.12, TAP/RAP, NRTRDE, BCE, IREG, and TADIG processes and workflows. Technical & Systems Depth - Network Architecture: Solid understanding of the Network and IT aspects supporting roaming: 2G/3G/4G/5G architectures and network elements involved (HLR/HSS, UDM, MSC, SGSN/GGSN, MME, S/PGW, UPF, SMF, DRA, STP). - Signaling & Routing: Working depth in SS7/MAP and Diameter signalling, GT/point-code and realm routing, DEA/STP, DNS, and IPX interconnect operations. - Advanced Roaming: Strong knowledge of SMS interworking, VoLTE roaming (S8HR/LBO), and 5G roaming (SEPP). - BSS/OSS Infrastructure: Knowledge of the supporting BSS/OSS systems (mediation, rating/charging, wholesale billing, clearing systems, TAP processing, fraud management, steering systems). Core Competencies & Logistics - Business Acumen: Demonstrated success negotiating complex telecom agreements, pricing models, service levels, credits, and executive escalations. - Problem Solving: Ability to turn ambiguous cross-functional issues into structured governance and measurable outcomes, with strong analytical and coordination skills. - Communication: Fluent English (written and spoken) is mandatory. - Travel: Availability for international travel and participation in industry events/working groups (e.g., GSMA, bilateral partner meetings). ## PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Advanced Networking: Experience with NTN (Non-Terrestrial Networks), NB-IoT, IoT roaming, or rapidly scaling multi-MNO networks. - Visibility Tools: Familiarity with GSMA processes and signaling or network-visibility platforms. - Tooling: Experience with Jira, Confluence, Slack, partner portals, and operational scorecards. ## WHAT WE OFFER With employees working across three continents, Skylo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. Our worldwide and inclusive culture encourages a flexible approach to work, and we also offer an attractive range benefits such as: - Competitive compensation packages including a stock option based equity program - Comprehensive benefits plan - Monthly allowances for wellness and education reimbursement - A generous time off policy, holidays, and the opportunity to temporarily work abroad - Once in a lifetime opportunity to be a part of developing and running world’s first commercial, live direct-to-device satellite network and service - Access to world-class team and talent across tech domains: software, hardware, chipsets, telecom, satellite and network virtualization - Open, transparent, inclusive culture that blends the Silicon Valley, Nordic and South Asia characteristics ## EEO STATEMENT Skylo is an equal-opportunity employer and we celebrate diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, parent or caregiver status, political affiliation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. Please let us know if you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability. ## About Skylo Technologies ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Skylo Technologies is a global Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) service provider that connects standard cellular devices directly to satellites, ensuring seamless coverage anywhere on earth. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series C-II; Total Raised: $183M) - **Headquarters**: Mountain View, California, USA (2301 Leghorn St., Mountain View, CA 94043) - **Founded**: 2017 - **Founders**: Parthsarathi Trivedi (CEO), Dr. Andrew Nuttall (CTO), Tarun Gupta (CBO), Dr. Andrew Kalman (Chief Hardware Architect) ## Core Business - **Primary Industry**: Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) satellite connectivity / Direct-to-Device (D2D) communications - **Target Customers**: B2B (telecom carriers, enterprise/IoT, agriculture, maritime, logistics, mining, construction, defense, infrastructure), B2C (consumer smartphone & wearable users via carrier partnerships) - **Mission**: To ensure you never lose coverage — building the “Standardized Sky” where every network works together seamlessly. ## Products & Services - **Standards-Based Direct-to-Device Connectivity**: A software-defined network layer that turns satellites into cell towers, enabling standard 3GPP Rel-17 compliant devices (smartphones, wearables, IoT) to connect to satellites without any special hardware or “rip-and-replace.” - **Satellite for IoT & Enterprise**: Sensor data transmission, native SMS, and voice call capabilities for industries operating at the edge of the grid — agriculture, livestock tracking, mining, energy, maritime, and infrastructure monitoring. - **Consumer Satellite Connectivity**: Embedded in certified smartphones, wearables, and consumer devices via partnerships with carriers (e.g., Verizon, Samsung, Google) and chipset makers (e.g., Qualcomm), enabling SOS and basic connectivity in dead zones. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed as a private company. - **Key Metric**: Total funding of **$183M** across multiple rounds; latest round was a **$30M Series C-II** raised in 2025. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Backed by some of the world’s largest organizations. Partners include Qualcomm, Samsung, Verizon, Google, and leading satellite operators globally. Board includes Tami Erwin (former CEO of Verizon Business). - **Growth Signals**: Live today across **5 continents** and **millions of devices**. Operates 3 regional offices (US, Finland, India) with a team of **60+** people globally. Has filed **65 patents** in wireless networking and radio resource management. ## Competitive Advantages - **First-Mover in Standards-Based NTN**: Skylo is the world’s first commercial, standards-based “direct-to-device” service operator, leveraging 3GPP Rel-17 — a globally recognized standard. - **No New Hardware Required**: Works with existing cellular chipsets and modules, meaning zero friction for device manufacturers and carriers to integrate. - **Carrier-Grade Trust**: Partnerships with major telcos (Verizon) and device OEMs (Samsung, Google) provide deep, defensible go-to-market channels. - **Deep Technical Moat**: Founders are engineers and scientists from MIT and Stanford with deep aerospace, defense, and telecom experience. 65 patents filed provide IP protection. ## Strategic Focus - **Scale the “Standardized Sky”**: Continue expanding the network of satellite providers and carrier partners to cover every geographic gap globally. - **Deepen Enterprise Vertical Markets**: Expand tailored solutions for agriculture, maritime, logistics, mining, defense, and construction where terrestrial coverage is absent. - **Embed into Consumer Devices**: Drive adoption through partnerships with the largest smartphone and wearable makers so satellite connectivity becomes a standard feature on every device. ## Why Work Here - **Mission-Driven Culture**: Employees are directly contributing to a world where connectivity never drops — work with real-world impact in communications, space, and tech. - **Global, Diverse Team**: Team spans **4 continents** (US, Finland, India) with a focus on inclusivity and equal opportunity. - **Flexible Work Policy**: Supports both remote and in-office work (hybrid culture) — “Whether you thrive in a collaborative office setting or prefer the focus of working from home, we support you.” - **Competitive Compensation & Benefits**: Competitive salaries, comprehensive health/dental/vision plans, flexible vacation policy, education & wellness allowance (monthly stipend for books and gym). - **Growth Trajectory**: Rapidly scaling company (60+ employees, recent $30M raise) offering high ownership and the chance to shape the future of connectivity. - **Engineering Culture**: Focus on results, accountability, and teamwork; standard interview process includes a take-home assessment and cross-team panels. ## Sources 1. [skylo.tech - Company Homepage](https://www.skylo.tech/) 2. [skylo.tech - About Us](https://www.skylo.tech/about-us) 3. [skylo.tech - Careers](https://www.skylo.tech/careers) 4. [jobs.ashbyhq.com - Skylo Open Positions](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/skylo) 5. 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