Senior Manager, SIM Engineering (IoT)

KORE is a leading company in IoT connectivity, and they are seeking a Senior Manager for their global SIM engineering organization. The role involves leading SIM development projects, managing strategic supplier relationships, and ensuring high standards of quality and security in SIM solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a global team of SIM engineers , fostering a culture of innovation and accountability
• Define team goals , set clear performance metrics , and drive professional development through regular feedback and coaching
• Allocate resources and prioritize initiatives to meet business objectives on time and within budget
• Oversee the entire SIM lifecycle—from design and development to testing and optimization—using feedback from the field to guide improvements
• Ensure all SIM designs meet KORE’s specifications and industry standards for reliability , security, and interoperability
• Oversee quality assurance processes and drive continuous improvement in SIM engineering practices
• Partner with Product Management to introduce new technologies (e.g., SGP .32, iSIM , eUICC ) and oversee pilot programs, testing, and certification s with vendors
• Build and maintain strong relationships with global SIM manufacturers and technology partners
• Negotiate and manage vendor contracts , focusing on compliance with service-level agreements ( SLAs ) and quality metrics
• Monitor vendor performance, resolve escalations , and implement corrective actions when needed
• Collaborate with Pre -Sales, Sales, and Network Engineering teams to support customer needs and ensure successful go -to- market execution
• Provide executive-level updates on project status, risks , and mitigation plans
• Serve as the senior subject-matter expert on SIM technologies for both internal and external stakeholders
• Drive innovation in SIM technology , exploring and implementing next-generation features and security enhancements
• Lead root cause analysis for complex SIM- related issues and translate findings into long-term product and process improvements
• Contribute to KORE’s technical strategy and represent the company in key industry forums and standards bodies when required

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Proven experience building and leading high-performing technical teams
• Strong background in SIM architectures , SIM applets (e.g., Multi-IMSI ), key management, cryptographic functions , and secure element technologies
• Deep understanding of authentication algorithms ( Milenage ), cryptographic algorithms (3DES, AES, RSA, ECC), and key ceremony processes
• Experience with vendor and contract management, including negotiations and SLA enforcement
• Hands-on knowledge of network monitoring and diagnostic tools ( Wireshark /PCAP, Netscout , Comprion , QXDM, AT commands)
• Solid understanding of 2G/3G/4G/5G network architecture , OTA (SCP02, 80/81), and Remote SIM Provisioning (RSP)
• Familiarity with standards: 3GPP 31.111/31.102, ISO 7816, ETSI 102 221/223/671, GSMA SGP 02/22
• Excellent organizational , communication , and executive reporting skills
• Ability to manage multiple high-impact projects in a fast- paced , global environment
• Detailed understanding of core network design (Layer 4+)
• IoT module test / development experience (IE Quectel , ublox , Telit)
• IoT device firmware development / test experience (IE Teltonika , customer specific)
• Experience with software development using Java, C and/or Python, SIM APDU / applet development / test experience