5G IODT Test Engineer

We are seeking an experienced 5G IODT Test Engineer to support interoperability testing and validation activities with leading chipset vendors including Qualcomm, Apple, and MediaTek. This role focuses on lab-based device chipset validation, protocol analysis, and low-level debugging for 4G/5G RAN products.

What You'll Do

• Perform interoperability (IODT) testing with chipset vendors on new 4G/5G features and products
• Analyze and troubleshoot protocol logs to identify device and network issues
• Develop and execute system test cases for feature validation and performance analysis
• Work closely with chipset partners and internal engineering teams on product validation
• Create test reports and present findings to stakeholders
• Support call processing, air interface validation, and end-to-end performance testing

• 8+ years of experience in 4G/5G wireless testing, validation, or protocol engineering
• Strong understanding of 3GPP standards
• Deep knowledge of PHY, MAC, RLC, RRC, and PDCP layers
• Hands-on experience with QXDM/QCAT/QXTM protocol log analysis and debugging
• Experience with device chipset testing and interoperability validation
• Strong troubleshooting skills for low-level protocol and device issues
• Experience with 4G/5G air interface, call processing, and RAN architecture

Preferred Experience

• Qualcomm, Apple, or MediaTek chipset validation
• IODT testing in lab environments
• EMS systems exposure
• XCAL, Wireshark, Channel Emulator, Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generator tools
• Understanding of 3GPP Core and RAN networks

What We're NOT Looking For

• RF Optimization Engineers
• Drive Test Engineers
• Site Integration/Commissioning Engineers
• Candidates focused primarily on RF tuning without protocol debugging expertise

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field preferred
• Equivalent hands-on experience in protocol debugging and chipset testing will be considered

• Competitive salary
• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Long-Term growth potential
• 401k
• With this position, you will get the opportunity to work with a game changing client and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!

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