TITLE: 4G/5G RAN Test Engineer IV
POSITION TYPE: Full Time (W2)
LOCATION: Plano, TX
ABOUT
WorldLink:
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.
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.
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.
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.
WHO
we’re looking for:
we’re looking for:
We are
looking for a 4G/5G RAN Test Engineer IV to join our team.
looking for a 4G/5G RAN Test Engineer IV to join our team.
Role
and Responsibilities:
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.
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.
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.
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:
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:
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:
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.
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.
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.