Lead System Integration Engineer

Parallel Wireless; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Parallel Wireless seeks a Lead System Integration Engineer to deliver innovative functionalities for Open-RAN 5G NR base-station products. The role involves testing and integration of 5G L1/L2 features, with development of new testing and analysis, based at our Nashua, NH HQ near Boston.

You will review designs, define test strategies, produce performance reports, and lead integration and testing of RAN algorithms while translating requirements into actionable tasks for the team.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline (equivalent).
• 5+ years in system integration of LTE or 5G radio access solutions.
• Experience in development of real-time software.
• Experience in programming with Python.
• Familiarity with Matlab.
• Hands-on experience with radio test equipment.
• Strong teamwork, communication and leadership skills.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to review the design of new radio cellular features (e.g. rate adaptation, power control, scheduler, interference mitigation).
• Define a test strategy to evaluate end-to-end performances and conformance to Open RAN, 3GPP specs.
• Deliver technical reports and performance figures from lab experiments to Product and Customer teams; support Automation teams.
• Handle and debug cellular systems issues from labs or field.
• Design and development of system test methods to verify system performance.
• Lead and perform system integration and testing of RAN algorithms and radio equipment.
• Analyze product requirement specifications and translate into task specs.
• Understand customer use cases and design workflows for overall system performance.

Skills

Python

Teamwork

Leadership

Analytical skills

Real-time software development

Radio test equipment

Education

BSc in Electrical Engineering

MSc in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Matlab

Job description

Parallel Wireless is reimagining mobile networks with innovative, energy-efficient Open RAN solutions. Join us as we lead the future of telecommunications, driving innovation through green and sustainable networks. Learn more about our mission, vision and values.

We are looking for a Lead System Integration Engineer to deliver innovative functionalities to our customers and optimize our next-generation of Open-RAN 5G NR base-station products. This position will be actively involved with product development activities including testing and integration of 5G L1 and L2 features and development of new testing and analysis. This role is based out of our Head Quarters office in Nashua, NH, 45 miles north of Boston.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to review the design of new radio cellular features (e.g. rate adaptation, power con‑trol, scheduler, interference mitigation), Challenge the implemented solutions, and suggest improvements.
• Define a test strategy to evaluate their end-to-end performances and ensure their conformance to Design and to Technology Specifications (Open RAN, 3GPP).
• Deliver technical reports and Performance figures based on lab experiments to Product and Customer teams and provide Instructions to Automation teams.
• Handle and debug cellular systems issues reported from internal labs or observed in the field by customers.
• Design and development of system test methods to verify the system performance
• Lead and perform system integration and testing of RAN algorithms and radio equipment
• Analyze product requirement specifications and translate requirements to task specifications
• Understand customer Use Cases and design proper workflows for overall system performance

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline (equivalent)
• 5+ years in system integration of LTE or 5G radio access solutions
• Experience in development of real-time software
• Experience in programming with python
• Familiarity with Matlab
• Hands‑on experience with radio test equipment
• Strong teamwork, communication and leadership skills
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills

What We Are Looking For

• Deep desire to understand “how things work” and convert to practical application
• Love of learning complex technology and skills being very hands‑on and adapting quickly to dynamic environment
• A self‑starter who will take responsibility and do what it takes to get the job done with minimal direction
• Someone who embraces the challenges of working on programs with aggressive performance and delivery goals
• A team player with an entrepreneurial spirit

Parallel Wireless is expanding the ecosystem for Open RAN with the GreenRAN™ energy-efficient Hardware-Agnostic technology. Deployed worldwide, our comprehensive 2G/3G/4G/5G Macro RAN solutions enhance network security while reducing operating expenses. As pioneers of Open RAN, we prioritize innovation, flexibility, and sustainability to help build a more connected, and green networks. Headquartered in the USA with global R&D centers, we are proud to serve over 60 customers worldwide and have been recognized with over 100 industry awards. Our mission is to accelerate GSMA’s Mobile Net Zero initiative by reducing TCO and driving innovation across the telecom ecosystem. Learn more at www.parallelwireless.com.

Parallel Wireless embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building inclusive and diverse teams representing all backgrounds, with a wide range of perspectives, and empowering industry-leading skills. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. Parallel Wireless does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies or individuals. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Parallel Wireless employees, or any other company location. Parallel Wireless is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.