Manager, Network Architecture at Brightseed

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Telecommunications, BroadbandIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of 5+ years of Telecommunication Network experience
Passionate about leading people, driving change, and focused on innovating systems and support through collaboration
Strong Project Management skills and experience
Experience and knowledge in the Telecommunications network(s): Voice, Transport, Metro, Access, In-Home
Experience with lab and test plan execution
Innovative, strategic thinker and decision maker
Strong problem-solving and execution skills in driving transformation and change
Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Power BI, Teams)
Bonus: Experience in the existing Brightspeed Network
Bonus: Project Management Certification or Agile Certification

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and mentor a team of 6–8 Lab Engineers to ensure completion of daily work tasks and testing activities across devices, software, and applications
Provide onsite coaching, guidance, and technical support to lab engineers to drive project success and maintain high-quality testing standards
Maintain a consistent physical presence at the BTAC to monitor operations, oversee workflows, and ensure on-time delivery of projects and assigned tasks
Ensure adherence to established laboratory practices, procedures, and processes, promoting consistency and compliance across all activities
Manage key performance metrics, tracking strategic milestones and monthly achievements to support continuous improvement
Oversee and manage all physical assets within the Brightspeed Lab, ensuring proper maintenance, organization, and utilization

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Network ArchitectureLab ManagementDevice TestingSoftware TestingApplication TestingTeam LeadershipOperations ManagementTechnical SupportProject DeliveryFiber Optics

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or on-site?

This is an on-site position requiring a consistent physical presence at the BTAC to monitor operations and oversee workflows.

What are the key qualifications for this role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of 5+ years of Telecommunication Network experience, strong project management skills, experience with lab and test plan execution, and knowledge in telecommunications networks including Voice, Transport, Metro, Access, and In-Home.

What is the salary for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What team will I be leading in this role?

You will lead a team of 6–8 Lab Engineers, providing direct leadership, coaching, and technical support.

What makes a strong candidate for this Manager role?

A strong candidate is passionate about leading people, driving change, and innovating through collaboration, with strong project management skills, telecom network experience, and the ability to be an innovative strategic thinker.

Brightseed

AI platform for discovering health-boosting compounds

About Brightseed

Brightseed discovers beneficial compounds in nature that can enhance human health using artificial intelligence. Their Forager® platform identifies bioactive compounds—small molecules from plants and microbes that positively affect biological functions. They also offer Brightseed™ Bio Gut Fiber, which contains bioactives that support gut health. By partnering with companies, Brightseed provides insights into bioactives and their health benefits, aiming to unlock the potential of these compounds.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$123.8MTotal Funding

GRANTCompany Stage

AI & Machine Learning, HealthcareIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Hybrid work flexibility

Medical, dental, & vision

Unlimited PTO

Life insurance

EAP

401(k) plan

Mental health platform

Employee discounts

Cell phone & commuter costs

Parental leave

Risks

Increased competition from established brands like Centrum in the bioactive market.

Over-reliance on partnerships like Manitoba Harvest could limit market reach.

Regulatory scrutiny poses challenges as Brightseed expands in the health and wellness sector.

Differentiation

Brightseed uses AI to discover bioactives, accelerating discovery from years to months.

Forager® A.I. maps bioactives to health outcomes with unprecedented accuracy and speed.

Brightseed's Bio Gut Fiber is made from upcycled hemp hulls, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.

Upsides

Growing consumer interest in personalized nutrition boosts demand for Brightseed's bioactive products.

Rising gut health awareness increases demand for Brightseed's gut health-focused bioactives.

Regulatory support for bioactives in supplements facilitates Brightseed's market expansion.

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