3GPP Researcher
Mountain View, CA · On-site
JOB SUMMARY: This job will include * contributing to 3GPP standardization, * working on research projects for communication technologies for connected mobility, * contributing to other ...
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Mountain View, CA · On-site
JOB SUMMARY: This job will include * contributing to 3GPP standardization, * working on research projects for communication technologies for connected mobility, * contributing to other ...
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Mountain View, CA · On-site
JOB SUMMARY: This job will include * contributing to 3GPP standardization, * working on research projects for communication technologies for connected mobility, * contributing to other ...
Reston, VA · On-site
$162K - $315K/yr
3GPP SA Standards Engineer About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our team ...
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Reston, VA · On-site
$162K - $315K/yr
3GPP SA Standards Engineer About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our team ...
Reston, VA · On-site
$162K - $315K/yr
3GPP SA Standards Engineer About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our team ...
Reston, VA · On-site
$162K - $315K/yr
3GPP SA Standards Engineer About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our team ...
Reston, VA · On-site
$162K - $315K/yr
3GPP RAN1/RAN2 Standards Engineer About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our ...
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Reston, VA · On-site
$162K - $315K/yr
3GPP RAN1/RAN2 Standards Engineer About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our ...
Carlsbad, CA · On-site
$246K - $369K/yr
What you'll do We're seeking an experienced Technical Product Owner to lead and evolve our 3GPP Core Network capability, with a focus on NB-IoT Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) and 5G NR use cases.
Carlsbad, CA · On-site
$246K - $369K/yr
What you'll do We're seeking an experienced Technical Product Owner to lead and evolve our 3GPP Core Network capability, with a focus on NB-IoT Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) and 5G NR use cases.
Germantown, MD · On-site
$246K - $369K/yr
This role requires handson experience with mobile core technologies, strong systemslevel understanding of 3GPP architecture, and the ability to drive a roadmap that advances our satellitebased ...
Germantown, MD · On-site
$246K - $369K/yr
This role requires handson experience with mobile core technologies, strong systemslevel understanding of 3GPP architecture, and the ability to drive a roadmap that advances our satellitebased ...
Reston, VA · On-site
$140 - $190/hr
3GPP RAN1/RAN2 Standards Engineer About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our ...
Reston, VA · On-site
$140 - $190/hr
3GPP RAN1/RAN2 Standards Engineer About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our ...
Carlsbad, CA · On-site
$246K - $369K/yr
This role requires handson experience with mobile core technologies, strong systemslevel understanding of 3GPP architecture, and the ability to drive a roadmap that advances our satellitebased ...
Carlsbad, CA · On-site
$246K - $369K/yr
This role requires handson experience with mobile core technologies, strong systemslevel understanding of 3GPP architecture, and the ability to drive a roadmap that advances our satellitebased ...
Reston, VA · On-site
$162K - $315K/yr
3GPP RAN1/RAN2 Standards Engineer About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our ...
Reston, VA · On-site
$162K - $315K/yr
3GPP RAN1/RAN2 Standards Engineer About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$170K - $230K/yr
SR. 3GPP STANDARDIZATION ENGINEER (STARLINK MOBILE) The 3GPP RAN Standardization Engineer will serve as the company's technical expert within the 3GPP Radio Access Network (RAN) working groups. This ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$170K - $230K/yr
SR. 3GPP STANDARDIZATION ENGINEER (STARLINK MOBILE) The 3GPP RAN Standardization Engineer will serve as the company's technical expert within the 3GPP Radio Access Network (RAN) working groups. This ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$170 - $230/hr
Sr. 3GPP RAN Standardization Engineer (Starlink Mobile) SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$170 - $230/hr
Sr. 3GPP RAN Standardization Engineer (Starlink Mobile) SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we ...
Englewood, CO · On-site
$246K - $369K/yr
This role requires handson experience with mobile core technologies, strong systemslevel understanding of 3GPP architecture, and the ability to drive a roadmap that advances our satellitebased ...
Englewood, CO · On-site
$246K - $369K/yr
This role requires handson experience with mobile core technologies, strong systemslevel understanding of 3GPP architecture, and the ability to drive a roadmap that advances our satellitebased ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$170K - $230K/yr
This individual will actively participate in 3GPP meetings, drive company contributions to influence 5G and 6G standards (including NTN, spectrum evolution, network architecture, and physical layer ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$170K - $230K/yr
This individual will actively participate in 3GPP meetings, drive company contributions to influence 5G and 6G standards (including NTN, spectrum evolution, network architecture, and physical layer ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$170K - $230K/yr
This individual will actively participate in 3GPP meetings, drive company contributions to influence 5G and 6G standards (including NTN, spectrum evolution, network architecture, and physical layer ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$170K - $230K/yr
This individual will actively participate in 3GPP meetings, drive company contributions to influence 5G and 6G standards (including NTN, spectrum evolution, network architecture, and physical layer ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$170 - $230/hr
SR. 3GPP STANDARDIZATION ENGINEER (STARLINK MOBILE) SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$170 - $230/hr
SR. 3GPP STANDARDIZATION ENGINEER (STARLINK MOBILE) SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$103K - $138K/yr
Key job responsibilities This role owns 3GPP interpretation and protocol validation for PIT. The candidate should be able to translate 3GPP requirements into lab tests, identify gaps in ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$103K - $138K/yr
Key job responsibilities This role owns 3GPP interpretation and protocol validation for PIT. The candidate should be able to translate 3GPP requirements into lab tests, identify gaps in ...
Key job responsibilities This role owns 3GPP interpretation and protocol validation for PIT. The candidate should be able to translate 3GPP requirements into lab tests, identify gaps in ...
Key job responsibilities This role owns 3GPP interpretation and protocol validation for PIT. The candidate should be able to translate 3GPP requirements into lab tests, identify gaps in ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$103K - $138K/yr
Key job responsibilities This role owns 3GPP interpretation and protocol validation for PIT. The candidate should be able to translate 3GPP requirements into lab tests, identify gaps in ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$103K - $138K/yr
Key job responsibilities This role owns 3GPP interpretation and protocol validation for PIT. The candidate should be able to translate 3GPP requirements into lab tests, identify gaps in ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$200K - $300K/yr
This role centers on innovations involving 5G systems, mmWave technologies, 3GPP standards, and related telecom infrastructure. Why join us? ----- * Very competitive pay * Sophisticated and cutting ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$200K - $300K/yr
This role centers on innovations involving 5G systems, mmWave technologies, 3GPP standards, and related telecom infrastructure. Why join us? ----- * Very competitive pay * Sophisticated and cutting ...
Key job responsibilities This role owns the bridge between RF validation and 3GPP system behavior. The candidate should be able to execute chamber, OTA, modem, RF, and payload tests while also ...
Key job responsibilities This role owns the bridge between RF validation and 3GPP system behavior. The candidate should be able to execute chamber, OTA, modem, RF, and payload tests while also ...
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A 3GPP job typically involves working with the standards and technologies defined by the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP), which develops protocols for mobile telecommunications, including 4G LTE, 5G, and beyond. Professionals in this field may work on network architecture, protocol development, system testing, or regulatory compliance. Roles can be found in telecom companies, chipset manufacturers, network equipment providers, and research institutions. Strong knowledge of wireless communication protocols and industry standards is usually required.
Professionals working in 3GPP standardization typically participate in international standards meetings, draft and review technical specifications, and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop consensus on evolving wireless technologies. Their day often includes researching emerging technologies, presenting proposals or technical contributions, and responding to feedback from global stakeholders. While much of the work is highly technical, teamwork, negotiation, and documentation are also key aspects. These responsibilities provide a dynamic and intellectually stimulating environment that directly influences the future of wireless communications.
To thrive as a 3GPP standards engineer, a deep understanding of wireless communication technologies, protocol development, and telecommunications engineering—often backed by a relevant engineering degree—is crucial. Proficiency with simulation tools like MATLAB, network protocol analyzers, and familiarity with 3GPP technical specification documents are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and collaborative skills set candidates apart in this highly technical, team-driven environment. These skills enable professionals to contribute to evolving wireless standards and ensure successful collaboration in complex, multinational project groups.
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Full-time
Re-posted 14 hours ago
JOB SUMMARY:
This job will include
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
◦ Create invention disclosures
◦ Write 3GPP RAN1, RAN2, and/or RAN contributions
◦ Attend and contribute to 3GPP RAN1, RAN2, and/or RAN standardization meetings
◦ Regularly report and present to the research team and management
◦ Propose and conduct research and development with internal and external collaboration partners
◦ Create academic publications and invention disclosures
◦ Regularly report and present to the research team and management
REQUIRED SKILLS: