Private 5G Networks Validation Engineer

Broadstaff; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Broadstaff is seeking a Validation Engineer for private 5G networks in Plano, TX. You will design and execute comprehensive test plans across RAN, core, transport, cloud, and IT/OT systems, validating performance, security, and reliability for customer acceptance.

The role emphasizes scripting, automation, and CI integration to ensure rapid, repeatable validation across complex deployments.

Qualifications

• Experience testing or integrating 4G/5G networks, including RAN and core.
• Understanding of private 5G architecture and its integration with enterprise IT/OT.
• Strong scripting and test automation skills, preferably with Python and shell.

Responsibilities

• Define test plans from solution designs and requirements.
• Develop and execute integration, regression, performance, and failover tests.
• Validate end-to-end scenarios: device onboarding, mobility, QoS, security, and recovery.
• Analyze results and defects, and coordinate resolutions with Eng teams.
• Build automated test suites and CI-integrated tests.
• Document procedures, results, and evidence for acceptance.
• Support deployment and handover with solution architects and ops teams.

Skills

Python

Shell scripting

Test automation

CI pipelines

5G testing

Troubleshooting

Tools

CI/CD platforms

Job description

Broadstaff is seeking a Validation Engineer for private 5G networks in Plano, TX. You will design and execute comprehensive test plans across RAN, core, transport, cloud, and IT/OT systems, validating performance, security, and reliability for customer acceptance.

The role emphasizes scripting, automation, and CI integration to ensure rapid, repeatable validation across complex deployments.