FIELD TEST ENGINEER IV – WIRELESS NETWORK TESTING

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct field and drive testing for Wi-Fi, 5G NR, and LTE networks to validate performance and reliability.
• Design, execute, and maintain test plans and test cases for real-world network validation.
• Automate testing workflows across iOS and Android devices, including tethered and rooted device configurations.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret drive test data, subscriber experience metrics, and network KPIs.
• Monitor network performance using internal dashboards and OEM diagnostic tools.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve RF and network performance issues affecting coverage, latency, and throughput.
• Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions to improve network quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and operations teams to resolve network issues.
• Utilize tools such as Accuver XCAL/XCAP, TEMS, and Meritek for data collection and post-processing.
• Prepare technical reports, document findings, and provide actionable recommendations for network optimization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
• 4+ years of experience in RF engineering, wireless testing, or field testing.
• Strong knowledge of 5G NR, LTE, and Wi-Fi technologies.
• Hands-on experience with drive testing and field data collection.
• Experience with Android Debug Bridge (ADB) and device-level troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in automating testing across iOS and Android devices, including rooted and tethered configurations.
• Familiarity with networking protocols including DNS, DHCP, TCP/UDP, QUIC, QCI, and 5QI.
• Experience using wireless testing and post-processing tools such as Accuver XCAL/XCAP, TEMS, and Meritek.
• Strong understanding of network performance metrics, RF analysis, and user experience optimization.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with wireless network optimization and performance tuning.
• Ability to analyze large datasets and translate findings into actionable improvements.
• Experience working in fast-paced wireless operations or telecommunications environments.