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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for 5g ran in Georgia is $48.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.76 and $57.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a 5G RAN?

A 5G RAN (Radio Access Network) job involves designing, deploying, optimizing, and maintaining the radio network infrastructure for 5G wireless communications. Professionals in this role work on base stations, antennas, and signal processing to ensure efficient network performance and coverage. They collaborate with network engineers, vendors, and operators to enhance capacity, reduce latency, and support new technologies like Massive MIMO and beamforming. This job requires expertise in wireless protocols, RF engineering, and telecom standards such as 3GPP and O-RAN.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the 5G RAN position?

To thrive in a 5G RAN (Radio Access Network) role, you need expertise in wireless communication principles, network architecture, and hands-on experience with 5G technologies, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with telecom tools such as network simulators, protocol analyzers, and vendors' RAN management systems, along with certifications like Nokia, Ericsson, or Huawei RAN, is highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and the ability to troubleshoot under pressure are standout soft skills. These abilities ensure efficient deployment, optimization, and maintenance of 5G networks in a rapidly evolving telecommunications environment.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in 5G RAN roles?

Professionals in 5G RAN roles often face the challenges of rapidly evolving technology, integrating new network components alongside legacy systems, and ensuring optimal network performance in diverse and complex environments. Troubleshooting unexpected network issues, managing increased data loads, and keeping up with frequent software and hardware updates are part of the typical workflow. These challenges require continuous learning and adaptability, but they also offer opportunities to develop advanced technical expertise and play a key role in deploying cutting-edge wireless technologies.

Infographic showing various 5G Ran job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 59% Full Time, 10% Temporary, and 31% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $101,710 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

RAN Support Engineer

Dycom Industries, Inc.

Alpharetta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Dycom Industries rating

5.0

Company rating: 5.0 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Alpharetta, GA
Workplace Type: Office
Employment Type: Salaried
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RAN Support Engineer for Ansco & Associates, LLC in Alpharetta, GA to support pre- and post-launch optimization and alarm management for UMTS/LTE RF networks. Work as a key member of the Network Support Team to facilitate the deployment of new sites/carriers to improve the coverage and the UMTS and LTE foot print in various markets. Provide support to the Construction and alarm clearing crews in various markets to ensure minimum impact to LIVE network while adding new elements to the network. Identify, track and resolve various hardware/software related issues related to BBU, RRU, and RET systems to facilitate the deployment of new sites/carriers. Identify, track and resolve any transmission including but not limited to issues like RSSI, VSWR, SWAP sectors and incorrect azimuths. Identify, track and resolve Fiber link issues including but not limited to high BER, High Fiber loss and SFP mismatch. Create and implement scripts to account for hardware changes on site to support construction crews to successfully complete their job with minimum impact to customer KPIs; for example: change one radio type to another, redefine/define RET configuration after an antenna swap/install, define any SQUIDs added on site. Hybrid position - 4 days (Mon-Thu) in office required.
Connecting you to great benefits
  • Weekly Paychecks
  • Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
  • Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
  • 401(k) w/ Company Match
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Legal Insurance
  • Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you'll do
Support Engineer, or related occupation providing support for customer RAN network. Specific skills/other requirements - Must also possess the following experience (quantitative experience requirements not applicable to this section): Clearing alarms and providing technical support for efficient functioning of UMTS/WCDMA and LTE/5G RAN technologies; Handling Ericsson ENM, AMOS, RMAP, CEX, Element Manager, Business Objects; Working on Ericsson Hardware such as Radio Units, Remote radio Units, RBS3000 series, and RBS6000 series cabinets; Managing and resolving L1/L2 connectivity issues on Nokia Airscale base stations and related radio access equipment; Integration and migration projects involving Nokia RAN systems resulting in zero service downtime, including using Nokia NetAct, Site Manager, and OSS platforms for network integration and alarm verification; Supporting multi-market deployment efforts utilizing Nokia solutions, directly increasing LTE/5G network coverage and optimizing site rollout times; Functioning different types of antennae systems, Amplifiers, RXAIT, and other active and passive elements in the RF Transmission line.
What you'll need
Requires Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Systems or related field (willing to accept foreign education equivalent) plus five (5) years of experience as a RAN
Support Engineer, or related occupation providing support for customer RAN network or, alternatively, a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Systems or related field (willing to accept foreign education equivalent) plus three (3) years of experience as a RAN
To apply (https://anscollc.com/careers/)
Reference Position Number: (13271)
Why grow your career with us
Your career here is more than just a job - it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.
Building stronger solutions together
Our company is an equal-opportunity employer - we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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