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5G IODT Test Engineer

ektello
Plano, TX Contractor
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/15/2027
Schedule: Fully onsite

Summary

The main function of a network QA engineer is to develop product and feature validation on 4G/5G air interface and call processing technology. The typical network QA engineer will handle systems and performance testing.

Job Responsibilities

develop and implement systems and performance testing across 4G and 5G telecommunications technology.

Analyze the product and feature requirements, converting them into system test cases and execution to ensure product meets customer spec.

Perform detailed analysis of 4G Wireless protocols

Provide in depth technical log analysis and checking network configuration.

Investigate poor performance related issues

Validation expert in driving the technical solutions to customer through complex organizational dynamics

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.

Basic ability to work independently and manage one's time.

Strong knowledge in 4G air interface and call processing technologies and network architecture specifically focused on Radio Access Network

Good understanding of overall Wireless systems with emphasis on PHY, MAC, RLC, RRC and PDCP layers

Experience with system testing activities such as feature validation, test description documentation, parameter optimization, performance analysis, test strategy creation, problem troubleshooting

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field required.

Key Responsibilites/Requirements

8-10 years experience required.

Description

  • Responsible for Interop testing with Device Chipset vendors/partners on new feature validation, systems and performance analysis, on 4G/5G RAN products focusing on Air interface, E2E performance, and Call Processing.
  • Responsible for IODT Test execution in lab with Chipset partners, Report creation and customer presentation.
  • Analyzing the product and feature requirements, converting them into system test cases and execution to ensure product meets customer spec.
  • Aid in product & feature performance analysis, evaluation of new product & SW releases
  • Perform detailed analysis of 4G& 5G Wireless Protocol logs.
  • Responsible for analyzing and troubleshooting the issues
  • Educate our customers on Samsungs new products and services both individually and in a team environment.
  • Ensures that customer commitments are achieved according to plan.
  • Works closely with various support organizations, logistics, and cross- functional teams from SEA and Samsung HQ to achieve successful new product roll-outs and developments.
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Good understanding of overall Wireless systems with emphasis on PHY, MAC, RLC, RRC and PDCP layers.
  • Undergraduate Degree in engineering with 8-10 years of directly related experience is required. A Masters with 6 years experience is preferred
  • Bachelors Degree is EE/CS is required
  • Experience with ongoing 3GPP Rel activities is beneficial
  • Experience with system testing activities such as feature validation, test description documentation, parameter optimization, performance analysis, test strategy creation, problem troubleshooting
  • Strong knowledge in 4G& 5G air interface and call processing technologies and network architecture specifically focused on Radio Access Network
  • Working experience in Lab testing and IODT testing is preferred
  • Understanding of IOT technologies including eMTC, NB-IOT,S1 & X2 Interface
  • Experience in EMS systems, managing network elements, software upgrades, MOP verification
  • Experience with SW development is beneficial
  • Understanding of 3GPP systems: Core and RAN networks
  • Understanding of HW as well as SW architecture
  • Experience with test tools including protocol analyzers, XCAL/QXDM, Wireshark, Channel Emulator, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, etc.
  • Ability to travel sporadically during the project

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