System Engineer
System engineer at D-Fend Solutions (Raanana, on-site) to lead development of a cellular-based drone detection and mitigation system — architecting distributed telecom network monitoring systems, integrating with Tier-1 carriers, and mentoring an R&D group. Core tech: LTE/5G core networks, Python or JavaScript, Docker/Kubernetes, big data.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Raanana, Center District
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Software engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- B.Sc/M.Sc degree in Computer Science or similar from a recognized university
- Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with LTE and 5G Core network architectures and network monitoring paradigms
- Demonstrated history of working directly with or for Mobile Network Operators (MNOs/carriers)
- Hands-on experience in a scripting language, like Python or JavaScript
- Deep working knowledge of 5G and LTE protocols, including tracing, parsing, and analyzing them across network interfaces
- Proven track record in system design and architecture for complex, large-scale, distributed software systems and Big Data platforms
- Demonstrated experience leading, scaling, and managing software or systems development groups
- Team player with excellent communication skills and ability to lead tasks
Nice to have
- Strong analytical foundation with expertise in developing algorithms for massive data processing; familiarity with high-throughput streaming and data processing architectures
- Experience with cloud-native architectures, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)
Full description
At D-Fend Solutions, our people are our greatest strength — and technology is our passion. Our team of innovators and subject matter experts, including veterans of elite military intelligence technology units, is transforming the way organizations protect themselves from drone threats.
As the global leader in cyber-takeover counter-drone technology, we design and deliver advanced, software-defined solutions that empower our customers to detect, take control, and safely land unauthorized drones — with precision and reliability.
Every day, we push the boundaries of innovation to meet real-world security challenges across industries and environments. We’re proud of our cutting-edge technology, our global reach, and the impact we make in securing the skies.
We’re seeking passionate professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, creative, and collaborative environment — those who want to be part of the next generation of airspace security innovation.
Join D-Fend Solutions and help make the world a safer place.Become a D-Fender! Work with the world’s leading cyber-takeover counter-drone technology provider and shape the future of safe airspace.
Scope:
D-Fend Solutions is a successful, fast-growing, startup located in Ra’anana. We are looking for an experienced system engineer to participate and lead the development of a cellular-based drone detection and mitigation system as part of the company products.
The system engineer position requires the combination of several elements:
- Lead features and platforms from ideas to releases.
- System architecture & design - Architect robust, distributed network monitoring systems capable of handling massive scale, high throughput, and the continuous ingestion of telecommunications data.
- Communicate directly with Tier-1 telecommunications carriers to design, deploy, and integrate scalable monitoring solutions seamlessly into their live, complex operational environments.
- Direct and mentor a research and development group (back-end, front-end, researchers, dev-ops).
- Oversee end-to-end project execution, planning and managing resources.
- Core network expertise-Deep understanding of LTE and 5G Core network topologies
- Analyze and define complex system behaviors, state machines, algorithms, and event-response logic
- Perform independent, hands-on debugging and optimization for system problem-solving.
- Gain a deep understanding of the system to guide and support development, testing and validation teams.