Sr. RAN integration Engineer (Starlink Mobile) Verified today
Sr. RAN Integration Engineer (Starlink Mobile)
This position plays a critical role in integrating, testing and evaluating the functional performance, reliability and robustness of a complex satellite communication network. You will integrate communication system components on satellite and ground stations, assess and report performance status, and implement tools to improve testing processes and effectiveness. You will ensure satellites and ground networks provide the best communications system performance and successful network integration with mobile operators while ensuring compliance with operating licenses.
Responsibilities
- Define LTE and 5G RAN (Radio Access Network) and EPC (Evolved Packet Core) product requirements, identify new product features and develop network integration plans for carrier-grade network architecture
- Identify technology trades and create product roadmaps for cellular products globally, including emergency systems, public warning systems and roaming services
- Lead technical partnership program management with international mobile network operators, including deep technical discussions and supporting network integrations
- Create and own documentation of cellular network design, integration and performance metrics for international expansion, including 3GPP feature and interface support and regulatory requirements
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
- 5+ years of experience with integration of cellular networks (EPC, 5GC, and IMS)
- 2+ years of experience with 3G, LTE, or 5G network delivery, automation, design and deployment
- Experience with transport network interfaces and protocols (e.g. diameter, SCTP, GTP, S1/5/6a/8, NAS, Gx/Rx)
- Experience with RAN (Radio Access Network)
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Master's degree in an engineering discipline
- Experience with strategic technology decision making and designing state-of-the-art telecommunication networking infrastructure and feature roadmaps at an operator or vendor
- Knowledge of satellite and wireless communication theory
- Ability to handle C-Level technical discussions and presentations
- 5+ years of experience integrating and/or testing cellular 3G/4G/5G, WiFi, or similar protocol stacks
- Experience with Linux and Linux tools for automation
- Familiarity with lab test equipment such as network analyzers, packet load modules, and network emulators
- Demonstrable experience in script development for test automation
- Demonstrable experience in creating test plans and setting up test beds
- Experience with Atlassian tool suite (JIRA, Stash, Bamboo)
- Familiarity with version control tools Git/Gerrit or SVN
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently
Additional Requirements
- Willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Willing and able to spend extended periods at partner sites
Compensation
Level 3 base salary range: $165,000 to $240,000. Actual salary determined case-by-case based on job-related knowledge and skills, education and experience.
Total rewards include long-term stock or cash awards, potential discretionary bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, comprehensive medical, vision and dental coverage, 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, 3 weeks paid vacation, 10+ paid holidays per year, and paid sick time per Washington State law. Company shuttles offered for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to Redmond office Monday to Friday.
ITAR Requirement
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), Refugee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1158, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.