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Test SW Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

Position Summary In this role, you will be working as a SW engineer in the lab & field test team ... 5G BTS/UE emulators, advanced signal generators are a plus * Experience coding with Python is a ...

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Test SW Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

In this role, you will be working as a SW engineer in the lab & field test team working in various ... 5G BTS/UE emulators, advanced signal generators are a plus * Experience coding with Python is a ...

NextNav LLC

Test SW Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

In this role, you will be working as a SW engineer in the lab & field test team working in various ... 5G BTS/UE emulators, advanced signal generators are a plus * Experience coding with Python is a ...

NextNav

Test SW Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

In this role, you will be working as a SW engineer in the lab & field test team working in various ... 5G BTS/UE emulators, advanced signal generators are a plus * Experience coding with Python is a ...

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4G/5G RAN Test Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$60 - $63/hr

4G/5G RAN Test Engineer III Location: Plano, TX Work Hours: 40 hrs/week Travel: Up to 25% Seeking a ... Perform EMS-related tasks: network element management, SW upgrades, MOP verification. * Travel as ...

SpacePalm, Inc.

5G Modem Test Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Engineers will work with mobile devices testing the latest features in technology and /or ... Solid understanding of SW testing techniques and methodologies * Transaction security and virus ...

SpacePalm, Inc.

$80 - $100/hr

... engineering work on cellular, wireless devices and systems. * Ability to execute 3GPP based 4G/5G ... Solid understanding of SW testing techniques and methodologies * Transaction security and virus ...

Nokia

5G gNB PHY Developer

Plano, TX · On-site

As an Applied R&D Engineer 4 - SW, you will play a crucial role in our TAO BLSR Space Communication Solutions department. Your primary focus will be on the Physical Layer (PHY) development for 5G NR ...

Nokia

5G gNB PHY Developer

Plano, TX · On-site

$105K - $195K/yr

As an Applied R&D Engineer 4 - SW, you will play a crucial role in our TAO BLSR Space Communication Solutions department. Your primary focus will be on the Physical Layer (PHY) development for 5G NR ...

Links Technology Solutions, Inc.

$60 - $80/hr

Collaborating with HW/SW Engineering, Product Management, and Supply Chain teams Qualifications - RF Integration Engineer * Knowledge of wireless technologies (WLAN, BT/BLE, LTE, 5G FR1, WPAN)

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Test SW Engineer

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

NextNav
Telecommunications • 51 - 200 employees
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Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Position Summary

In this role, you will be working as a SW engineer in the lab & field test team working in various wireless test programs. The work will involve RF test system design, test setup, test scripts development, test automation & maintenance, test results processing and presentation, hands-on integration, test execution and validation of various wireless test equipment & systems in the lab and field. This is an entry level position, and recent graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Work with team on various wireless test scenarios across various equipment and test setups to support test execution.
  • Design and implement optimal and efficient RF test systems based on requirements
  • Develop and execute automation/analysis test tools/scripts and collect test data for analysis
  • Analyze methods and develop tools/scripts to automate test data processing and present test results
  • Improve the overall test efficiency and scalability using AI tools and agents

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical or Telecommunications or Wireless Engineering or Computer Science
  • Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Python programming skills and experience
  • Basic Git distributed version control knowledge
  • Wireless transmitter/receiver and test equipment fundamentals
  • Wireless system design and engineering skills, including but not limited to RF link budgets and propagation models, are desirable
  • Ability to develop and maintain Python scripts/programs for automation of control and logging with test equipment and embedded platforms
  • Experience with using and controlling verification test equipment such as spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes is a must. 4G/5G BTS/UE emulators, advanced signal generators are a plus
  • Experience coding with Python is a must, other programming languages such as C/C++, MATLAB is a plus
  • Coursework with lab experience in (digital and analog) in RF systems, communications and signal processing
  • Punctual, attention to detail/quality, systematic analysis, pride of ownership and accountability
  • Good communication skills (oral and written) and ability to work with different teams
  • Experience with popular AI tools and agents

Work Environment

  • The work location is in NextNav office in Santa Clara, CA. Some work could be in the field.
  • Some long-distance travel may be required
  • A valid driver’s license and ability to drive

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