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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # RAN Engineer (4GLTE 5GNR) - **Company:** NextGen Staffing - **Location:** Richardson, TX, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** LTE (Telecommunication), Systems Engineering, Beamforming, Emulators, Network Architecture, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Strategies of Testing, Wireshark, Diagnostic Tools, 5G NR, Information Technology - **Published:** August 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/74622246-ran-engineer-4glte-5gnr ## About the Role * 12+ years of wireless/telecommunications industry experience. * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; advanced degree is a plus. * Strong knowledge of 4G LTE and 5G NR air interface, RAN architecture, and call processing. * Strong understanding of PHY, MAC, RLC, RRC, and PDCP protocol layers. * Knowledge of 5G technologies including: * Massive MIMO * Hybrid Beamforming * 5G Numerology * New Waveforms * LTE-NR interworking/co-existence * 5G SA/NSA technologies * Understanding of 3GPP systems and Core/RAN network architecture. * Experience with system engineering activities such as: * Feature requirement identification * Feature documentation * Parameter optimization * Performance analysis * Test strategy development * Troubleshooting * Experience with 3GPP Release 15/16 is preferred. * Experience with wireless test and troubleshooting tools such as XCAL, QXDM, Wireshark, and Channel Emulator is highly desirable. * Understanding of both hardware and software architecture. * Software development experience is a plus. ## Description he ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of LTE/5G NR technologies, RAN architecture, call processing, 3GPP standards, and wireless system performance, along with the ability to communicate complex technical solutions to carrier customers and internal teams., * Develop product, feature, and system requirements based on customer and network requirements. * Analyze customer requirements and translate them into detailed system requirements and design specifications for development teams. * Perform product and feature performance analysis and evaluate new product and software releases. * Analyze and troubleshoot detailed 4G LTE and 5G NR call flows and wireless protocols, particularly issues identified during lab and field testing. * Support chipset interoperability and IODT testing and troubleshoot technical issues through lab and field trials. * Support new technology and virtualized network introductions. * Provide technical expertise during pre-sales activities and develop technical solutions aligned with customer requirements. * Work directly with carrier customers to explain complex technical designs, capabilities, and network solutions. * Conduct technical presentations and educate customers on new wireless products, features, and services. * Support successful product deployments, new product rollouts, lab testing, and field trials. * Collaborate with sales, engineering, R&D, logistics, support organizations, and Samsung HQ teams. * Assist in resolving technical and project issues while maintaining customer commitments and timelines. * Travel periodically to support customer meetings, testing, and project activities. ## Related Videos - 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