Cloud RAN Integration Engineer

Lorien; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 171,924,000 - 180,521,000; Full time

Job summary

Lorien is seeking an experienced Cloud RAN Integration Engineer to lead end-to-end 4G/5G RAN integration, design, testing, and automation for complex deployments in Plano, TX. The role requires deep RAN experience, scripting skills in Python/Java, and collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams.

The candidate will develop configurations for Ericsson and Nokia RAN environments, perform root-cause analysis, and support Cloud RAN/Open RAN initiatives while guiding customers and internal

Qualifications

• 9+ yrs. experience supporting RAN/network build or integration projects
• 4+ recent years working with end-to-end network design, scripting, and RAN integration
• Hands-on experience with 4G/LTE and 5G RAN technologies
• Experience working with Ericsson and Nokia RAN equipment
• Strong knowledge of Ericsson ENM/OSS
• Experience with RFDS, RNDCIQ, RAN parameters, configurations, and integration scripts
• Hands-on scripting or automation using Python and/or Java
• Troubleshooting complex RAN integration and configuration issues
• Root-cause analysis and communication of findings
• Experience working with customers and cross-functional engineering teams
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
• Ability to work onsite in Plano, TX three days per week

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end 4G/5G RAN integration, testing, and network delivery
• Develop and validate scripts and configurations for Ericsson and Nokia RAN environments
• Translate RF/network design requirements into executable integration solutions
• Work with RFDS, RNDCIQ, RAN design parameters, OSS/ENM, and market configurations
• Develop and improve automation solutions that reduce manual effort
• Support Cloud RAN and Open RAN integration and deployment initiatives
• Perform site integration, audits, call testing, and configuration validation
• Troubleshoot complex network and configuration issues and perform root-cause analysis
• Support hardware/software trials, new feature introductions, and deployment readiness
• Analyze network data to identify performance and process improvements
• Partner with customer engineering teams to define technical requirements
• Provide technical guidance, documentation, and knowledge transfer
• Support Agile development activities for internal integration and automation tools

Skills

RAN integration

Python

Java

RAN design

Ericsson ENM/OSS

Nokia RAN equipment

RFDS/RNDCIQ

Root-cause analysis

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Telecommunications or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Ericsson ENM/OSS

RFDS/RNDCIQ

Job description

w2 only Cloud RAN Integration Engineer (BBBH2325745) Plano, Texas

Salary: USD60 - USD63 per hour + W2 ONLY -

We are seeking an experienced Cloud RAN Integration Engineer to support end-to-end RAN design, scripting, integration, testing, and automation for complex 4G and 5G network deployments.
This is a senior-level technical role for someone with deep RAN integration experience who can work across network design, configuration, scripting, testing, troubleshooting, and process automation.

Qualifications

• 9+ yrs. experience supporting RAN/network build or integration projects
• 4+ recent years working with end-to-end network design, scripting, and RAN integration
• Hands-on experience with 4G/LTE and 5G RAN technologies
• Experience working with Ericsson and Nokia RAN equipment
• Strong knowledge of Ericsson ENM/OSS
• Experience with RFDS, RNDCIQ, RAN parameters, configurations, and integration scripts
• Hands-on scripting or automation experience using Python and/or Java
• Experience troubleshooting complex RAN integration and configuration issues
• Ability to perform root-cause analysis and communicate technical findings
• Experience working directly with customers and cross-functional engineering teams
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience
• Ability to work onsite in Plano, TX three days per week

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end 4G/5G RAN integration, testing, and network delivery
• Develop and validate scripts and configurations for Ericsson and Nokia RAN environments
• Translate RF/network design requirements into executable integration solutions
• Work with RFDS, RNDCIQ, RAN design parameters, OSS/ENM, and market-specific configurations
• Develop and improve automation solutions that reduce manual effort and improve deployment accuracy
• Support Cloud RAN and Open RAN integration and deployment initiatives
• Perform site integration, audits, call testing, and configuration validation
• Troubleshoot complex network and configuration issues and perform root-cause analysis
• Support hardware/software trials, new feature introductions, and deployment readiness
• Analyze network and operational data to identify performance and process improvements
• Partner with customer engineering teams to define technical requirements and deployment standards
• Provide technical guidance, documentation, and knowledge transfer to engineering teams
• Support Agile development activities for internal integration and automation tools

Preferred / Nice to Have

• Cloud RAN and/or Open RAN experience
• Cloud-native technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker
• Experience with SMO or cloud-based RAN management/orchestration
• Experience supporting NPI, FOA, or FFA activities and hardware/software trials
• Agile/Scrum or technical product-owner experience
• Experience working across distributed onshore and offshore engineering teams