4G/5G RAN Test Engineer IV- Staffing

Circet USA is the leading provider of Network Services in North America, and we're looking for talented professionals to join our team. We specialize in engineering and construction services delivering comprehensive solutions across Inside Plant, Outside Plant, and Wireless networks to meet the evolving infrastructure needs of our customers.

With nearly 50 years of industry experience, we work with major telecom service providers, MSOs, cloud service providers, and utilities. At Circet USA, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact by helping to create customized solutions that address our clients' unique challenges. If you’re passionate about innovation and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Circet USA’s benefits package includes the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Digital Health & Wellness Support
• Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term disability 
• Group term & Voluntary life insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 
• Paid Time Off & 401K
• Company Discount Website

We are seeking a 4G/5G RAN Test Engineer IV with in-depth expertise in testing, validating, and optimizing Radio Access Network (RAN) systems for 4G and 5G networks. With a strong background in both hardware and software testing, I am experienced in end-to-end network testing, performance evaluation, troubleshooting, and ensuring the successful deployment of RAN technologies. Adept at developing test plans, automating test procedures, and analyzing test results to ensure high-quality, reliable network performance. Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on achieving optimal network quality and user experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Responsible for development of product validation, feature validation, systems and performance analysis, customer review sessions for LTE & 5G RAN products focusing on Air interface, E2E performance, and Call Processing.
  • Responsible for building test plans for new 3GPP features and validating in lab.
  • Responsible for L1 and L2 layer protocol analysis from UE and RAN side.
  • Analyzing the product and feature requirements, converting them into system test cases and execution to ensure product meets customer spec.
  • Aid in product & feature performance analysis, evaluation of new product & SW releases
  • Perform detailed analysis of 4G& 5G Wireless Protocols
  • Responsible for analyzing and troubleshooting the issues
  • Educate our customers on new products and services both individually and in a team environment.
  • Lead junior engineers in lab on Test execution and system integration.
  • Ensures that customer commitments are achieved according to plan.

• Undergraduate Degree in engineering with 12+ years of directly related experience is required. A Masters with 10 to 12 years’ experience is preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree is EE/CS is required
• Good understanding on 4G & 5G concepts such as DL/UL scheduling, LTE power control, Beamforming fundamentals, MIMO,ENDC.
• Working experience in analyzing SA and NRDC features.
• Deep knowledge of L1 and L2 layer protocol analysis.
• Good understanding on UE, RAN 3GPP specification.
• Good understanding of Inter vendor configurations and IOT scenario
• Experience with ongoing 3GPP Rel 16 & 17 activities is a beneficial
• Experience with system testing activities such as feature validation, test description documentation, parameter optimization, performance analysis, test strategy creation, problem troubleshooting
• Strong knowledge in 4G& 5G air interface and call processing technologies and network architecture specifically focused on Radio Access Network
• Good understanding of overall Wireless systems with emphasis on PHY, MAC, RLC, RRC and PDCP layers
• Working experience in Lab testing and IOT testing is preferred
• Experience in EMS systems, managing network elements, software upgrades, MOP verification
• Experience with SW development is beneficial
• Understanding of 3GPP systems: Core and RAN networks
• Experience with test tools including protocol analyzers, XCAL/QXDM, Wireshark, Channel Emulator, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, etc.
• Ability to travel sporadically during the project

Circet USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disabled.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.