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Fairwinds Technologies, LLC

$130K - $160K/yr

In addition to LTE and 5G protocol integration activities, this engineer will help build, configure, automate, and maintain wireless test environments that support waveform development ...

Managed Staffing

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 ... This role involves hands-on lab testing, protocol analysis, troubleshooting, and customer-facing ...

Gtatelecom

4G/5G RAN Test Engineer III

Plano, TX · On-site

This role will focus on LTE/5G RAN product and feature validation, system testing, protocol analysis, O-RAN, virtualization, and end-to-end network performance . The engineer will work in a customer ...

SpacePalm, Inc.

... engineering work on cellular, wireless devices and systems. * Ability to execute 3GPP based 4G/5G ... Capability to articulate protocol and performance related bugs and issues to internal and external ...

Aerospacelab, Inc.

WI · On-site

Our team gathers more than 25 engineering expertise, from hardware design to software development ... Solid understanding of wireless protocols and 5G NR specifications * Experience in testing telecom ...

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Sr. RAN Software Engineer (Starlink Mobile)

Redmond, WA • On-site

SpaceX
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$165K - $270K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Key responsibilities

  • Lead the validation and optimization of the 4G/5G RAN software protocol stack.

  • Build and maintain CI/CD test automation frameworks for eNB/gNB feature validation, including functional, performance, interoperability, and regression testing.

  • Analyze UE and eNB/gNB logs to debug and resolve RAN issues, and collaborate with developers to drive feature improvements.

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Job description

SR. RAN SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARLINK MOBILE)

SpaceX is developing a satellite-to-mobile network to deliver ubiquitous cellular connectivity worldwide through the Starlink constellation. We are partnering with mobile network operators globally to provide direct-to-cell service, extending coverage to billions of existing cellular devices. Starlink Mobile was designed to connect the unconnected, and this new product will greatly expand that mission by extending coverage to billions of existing cellular devices. Applications include connecting hikers in national parks, emergency responders, rural communities, remote sensors, and people in emergency situations. 

As a Sr. RAN Software Engineer on the Starlink Mobile program, you will lead the validation and optimization of the 4G/5G RAN software protocol stack. This role requires strong software engineering skills to build scalable test automation frameworks and work directly with other software developers to triage and resolve complex 4G/5G protocol stack software issues.  

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Lead the design, development, and maintenance of CI/CD test automation frameworks for eNB/gNB feature validation, including functional, performance, interoperability, and regression testing 
  • Analyze UE and eNB/gNB logs to debug and root-cause RAN issues, and collaborate with developers to resolves issues and drive feature improvements 
  • Build software tools and data pipelines to analyze RAN performance and optimize eNB/gNB parameters to improve network KPIs 
  • Manage and prioritize network issues while collaborating closely with development teams to drive resolution 
  • Troubleshoot and maintain RAN lab infrastructure in collaboration with partner teams 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline 
  • 5+ years of Python/C/C++ coding experience 
  • 5+ years of experience developing, executing, and managing automated LTE/5G-NR test cases (including test planning and results tracking) 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

  • In-depth knowledge of 3GPP specifications and R17+ RAN features 
  • Experience with user equipment (UE) log analysis and associated software tools (QXDM/XCAL) 
  • Experience developing test automation frameworks or CI/CD pipelines 
  • Strong understanding of LTE and 5G-NR protocols with hands-on experience resolving software issues at the PHY, MAC, and RRC layers 
  • Experience supporting products through the full release cycle including commercial deployment 
  • Strong skills in debugging and performance optimization; exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Level 3: $165,000.00 - $270,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

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