RAN Validation Engineer (Starlink Mobile)

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test cases and frameworks for eNB/gNB feature validation, including functional, performance, interoperability, and regression testing
• Analyze UE and eNB/gNB logs to debug and root-cause RAN issues, and collaborate with developers to drive fixes
• Lead UE log collection and field testing to support eNB/gNB feature development
• Build software tools and database queries to analyze RAN performance and tune eNB/gNB parameters to optimize KPIs
• Manage and prioritize network issues and work with developers to resolve them
• Troubleshoot and maintain RAN lab infrastructure in collaboration with partner teams

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline
• Strong understanding of LTE and 5G-NR protocols with hands-on experience debugging issues at the PHY, MAC, and RRC layers
• Experience with RAN parameter configuration, optimization, and performance analysis
• Experience developing, executing, and managing LTE/5G-NR test cases (including test planning and results tracking)
• Experience with UE log analysis and associated software tools (QXDM/XCAL)
• Experience with RAN lab equipment, including testbed setup and RF troubleshooting
• Strong proficiency in Python for test automation and data analysis, along with experience in Linux and code repositories (Git)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years of experience with eNB/gNB and/or modem validation
• 2+ years of lab and/or field experience in new product introduction or product certification
• In-depth knowledge of 3GPP specifications and R17+ RAN features
• Experience with RAN lab equipment, including testbed setup and RF troubleshooting
• Strong skills in debugging and performance optimization; exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals