4G/5G RAN Test Engineer IV

TITLE: 4G/5G RAN Test Engineer IV

POSITION TYPE: Full Time (W2)

LOCATION: Plano, TX

ABOUT WorldLink:

WorldLink is a rapidly growing information technology company at the forefront of the tech transformation. From custom software development to cloud hosting, from big data to cognitive computing, we help companies harness and leverage today’s most cutting-edge digital technologies to create value and grow.

Collaborative. Respectful. Work hard Play hard. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at WorldLink. We embrace a culture of experimentation and constantly strive for improvement and learning.

We take pride in our employees and their future with continued growth and career advancement. We put TEAM first. We are a competitive group that like to win. We're grounded by humility and driven by ambition. We're passionate, and we love tough problems and new challenges. You don't hear a lot of "I don't know how" or "I can't" at WorldLink. If you are passionate about what you do and having fun while doing it; tired of rigid and strict work environments and would like to work in a non-bureaucratic startup cultural environment, WorldLink may be the place for you.

For more information about our craft, visit https://worldlink-us.com .

WHO we’re looking for:

We are looking for a 4G/5G RAN Test Engineer IV to join our team.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for development of product validation, feature validation, systems and performance analysis, customer review sessions for LTE & 5G RAN products focusing on Air interface, E2E performance, and Call Processing.
• Responsible for building test plans for new 3GPP features and validating in lab.
• Responsible for L1 and L2 layer protocol analysis from UE and RAN side.
• Analyze the product and feature requirements, converting them into system test cases and execution to ensure the product meets customer spec.
• Aid in product & feature performance analysis, evaluation of new product & SW releases.
• Perform detailed analysis of 4G& 5G Wireless Protocols.
• Responsible for analyzing and troubleshooting the issues.
• Educate our customers on new products and services both individually and in a team environment.
• Lead junior engineers in lab on Test execution and system integration.
• Ensure that customer commitments are achieved according to plan.
• Work closely with various support organizations, logistics, and cross- functional teams across the organization, including HQ, to achieve successful new product roll-outs and developments.

Required Experience and Education:

• 12 years of directly related experience is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree is EE/CS is required. Masters w/10-12 years’ experience is preferred.
• Good understanding on 4G & 5G concepts such as DL/UL scheduling, LTE power control, Beamforming fundamentals, MIMO,ENDC.
• Working experience in analyzing SA and NRDC features.
• Deep knowledge of L1 and L2 layer protocol analysis.
• Good understanding on UE, RAN 3GPP specification.
• Good understanding of Inter vendor configurations and IOT scenario.
• Experience with ongoing 3GPP Rel 16 & 17 activities is beneficial.
• Experience with system testing activities such as feature validation, test description documentation, parameter optimization, performance analysis, test strategy creation, problem troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge in 4G& 5G air interface and call processing technologies and network architecture specifically focused on Radio Access Network.
• Good understanding of overall Wireless systems with emphasis on PHY, MAC, RLC, RRC and PDCP layers.
• Working experience in Lab testing and IOT testing is preferred.
• Experience in EMS systems, managing network elements, software upgrades, MOP verification.
• Experience with SW development is beneficial.
• Understanding of 3GPP systems: Core and RAN networks.
• Experience with test tools including protocol analyzers, XCAL/QXDM, Wireshark, Channel Emulator, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, etc.

Necessary Skills and Attributes:

• Self-motivated individual with the ability to thrive in a team-based or independent environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organization skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Limited supervision and the exercise of discretion.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize multiple projects, sales and simultaneous performance objectives.
• Work independently in determining one’s personal work schedule to be productive.
• Work in a team environment, in order to achieve personal and team project milestones and to complete assignments within established time frames.
• Capable of accepting tasks and problems/situations that differ, requiring creativity to search for optimal solutions, when only broad and general guidelines exist for solving problems.
• Proven ability to interact at multiple levels within customers' organizations.
• Ability to negotiate with and convince others, in a potentially adversarial environment, including customer directors, managers and staff with opposing views to accept/approve plans, technical and project recommendations.
• Ability to travel sporadically during the project.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by contract employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the contract employee is occasionally required to stand, clean, crawl, kneel, sit, sort, hold, squat, stoop, stand, twist the body, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs or ladders and scaffolding, talk or hear, and lift up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include ability to distinguish the nature of objects by using the eye. Operate a computer keyboard and view a video display terminal between 50% - 95% of work time, including prolonged periods of time. Requires considerable (90% ) work utilizing high visual acuity/detail, numeric/character distinction, and moderate hand/finger dexterity.

Performs work under time schedules and stress which are normally periodic or cyclical, including time sensitive deadlines, intellectual challenge, some language barriers, and project management deadlines. May require working additional time beyond normal schedule and periodic travel.

WHAT we’ll bring:

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-competitive benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• Medical Plans
• Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness/ Accident/ Hospital Indemnity/ Identity Theft Protection
• 401(k)

WHAT you should know:

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. WorldLink is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All employment at WorldLink is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We endeavor to continue our footprint as a diverse organization by highlighting opportunities for all people. WorldLink considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, (including pregnancy and gender identity), age, national origin, political affiliation, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. People with disabilities who need assistance with any part of the application process should contact us.

This job description is designed to cover the main responsibilities and duties of the role but is not designed to be a comprehensive list of all.