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Siri InfoSolutions Inc

RF Test Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site

Familiarity with R&S, Keysight, Anritsu or equivalent cellular network simulators/test platforms. Ability to work with RF automation tools and execute algorithm-driven test flows. Understanding of ...

LanceSoft Inc

Associate RF engineer

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site

RF Design Engineer is responsible for contributing in the RF Design of the regional cellular network with emphasis on modifying existing sites and antenna/RF path theory. Responsibilities include ...

Redolent, Inc.

US_West | Data Engineer_L3

Anaheim, CA · On-site

Contract Duration: 1 + year No of open positions: 2 REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Must have exp in Lab not field • MUST - Exposure to Mobile/Cellular Network Network Architecture (4G & 5G ...

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How much do cellular network jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for cellular network in California is $78,014.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,700.00 and $106,735.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cellular network?

A Cellular Network job involves designing, maintaining, and optimizing mobile communication systems that enable wireless connectivity. Professionals in this field work with technologies like 4G, 5G, and IoT to ensure reliable network performance. Roles may include network engineers, technicians, or analysts who troubleshoot issues, expand coverage, and enhance data speeds. These jobs require expertise in radio frequencies, network protocols, and telecommunications infrastructure.

What are the typical challenges faced by professionals working in cellular network roles?

Professionals in cellular network roles often encounter challenges such as optimizing network coverage in densely populated or geographically diverse areas, managing interference, and ensuring consistent quality of service during peak usage periods. Balancing the need for rapid deployment of new technologies (like 5G) with maintaining existing network infrastructure can also be demanding. Collaboration with cross-functional teams—including field technicians, software developers, and project managers—is essential for troubleshooting and deploying solutions efficiently. Additionally, staying updated on evolving standards and rapidly advancing technologies is a continuous aspect of the job.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the cellular network position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Cellular Network Engineer role, you need a strong foundation in wireless communication principles, signal processing, and telecommunications engineering, typically supported by a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with network planning tools, RF optimization software, and certifications like CCNA or CWNA is highly valued. Analytical thinking, effective communication, and strong problem-solving skills help engineers excel in fast-paced and collaborative environments. These skills are crucial for ensuring reliable and efficient network performance, addressing technical issues, and supporting seamless mobile connectivity for users.

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Infographic showing various Cellular Network job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,014 per year, or $37.5 per hour.

Connectivity Solutions Architect - Cellular / Multi-Carrier Bonding

Parallel Systems

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$68 - $89.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Connectivity Solutions Architect - Cellular / Multi-Carrier Bonding 

Parallel Systems designs and deploys mission-critical cellular connectivity for field-deployed assets that operate in environments where a single carrier will not suffice. We are seeking a Connectivity Solutions Architect who pairs deep, hands-on cellular networking expertise with established relationships across the major US network operators and who has personally delivered high-quality connectivity where others could not: remote sites, RF-dense venues, and moving vehicles. 

This is a hands-on role. You will architect, deploy, and maintain multi-carrier bonded connectivity solutions end to end, and act as the technical bridge between our field operations and our carrier partners. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Architect and deliver multi-carrier network bonding solutions (link aggregation, WAN smoothing, hot failover) for field-deployed assets requiring sustained, high-quality connections. 
  • Own the full deployment lifecycle of field networking infrastructure: site survey, installation, commissioning, monitoring, and ongoing maintenance. 
  • Integrate and troubleshoot third-party cellular modems and routers, along with the VPN / WAN-smoothing / tunneling overlays that keep sessions alive across degraded links. 
  • Manage technical relationships with major US network operators (AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile - including FirstNet, Frontline, and T-Priority programs): device certification, SIM/eSIM provisioning, data-plan structuring, and escalation. 
  • Diagnose and resolve connectivity failures in challenging RF conditions (remote, mobile, high-density), where signal quality, latency, jitter, and packet loss are the primary adversaries. 
  • Support cell-connected edge terminals and mobile/fleet vehicles, ensuring connection quality meets application requirements. 

What Success Looks Like: 

  • Within 30 days: You have conducted a full assessment of the existing connectivity solutions on Parallel's vehicles/infrastructure and have created an immediate list of potential improvements, including changes to software and hardware configurations. You have drafted test plans to evaluate changes for improved connectivity. 
  • Within 60 days: You have conducted field tests in real-world conditions to prove out configuration changes to improve the speed, reliability, and coverage of existing connectivity solutions. You have designed and are implementing field-deployed infrastructure to extend coverage out of the commercial coverage area and are rolling those into your test plans. 
  • Within 90 days: You have deployed infrastructure out into active Parallel deployments and have proven its effectiveness in real-world conditions. You are making structural changes to the automated testing environments in the lab to replicate observed field conditions and close test coverage gaps in our connectivity suite. 

Basic Requirements: 

  • Demonstrated hands-on experience with cellular networking (4G/LTE and 5G) and with OEM multi-carrier bonding platforms (e.g., Peplink SpeedFusion, Dejero, LiveU, TVU Networks, Haivision). 
  • A verifiable track record of establishing reliable cellular connectivity in challenging, connectivity-hostile environments. 
  • Established working relationships and direct experience with the major US network operators. 
  • Career experience supporting cell-connected, field-deployed assets - edge terminals, mobile vehicles, or comparable remote units - with high connection-quality requirements. 
  • Hands-on experience with third-party modems and with VPN / WAN-smoothing technologies (forward error correction, packet duplication, adaptive routing, failover). 
  • Documented experience deploying and maintaining networking infrastructure in the field - not solely in a lab or data center. 

Preferred Requirements: 

  • Experience with live or low-latency video streaming over bonded cellular (adaptive bitrate encoding, H.264/HEVC, SRT/RTMP, contribution workflows). 

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