RAN Engineer

Apex Systems

Birmingham (AL)

Hybrid

USD 68,880 - 74,390

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Health savings account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A technology company seeks a RAN Engineer for a hybrid position in Birmingham, Alabama. The role requires a minimum of 5 years' experience in wireless technologies, knowledge of OSS platforms, and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The successful candidate will be responsible for performance analysis, VoLTE implementation, and KPI monitoring. With a pay rate of $50-$54 per hour, this is a contract-to-hire position offering a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

Experience with LTE/UMTS/CDMA/EvDO technologies.
Work with OSS platforms for performance analysis.
Familiarity with VoLTE implementation.
Use drive data collection tools and data processing software.
Monitor and analyze KPIs related to network performance.

Skills

LTE/UMTS/CDMA/EvDO wireless technologies

OSS platforms

VoLTE implementation

Data collection tools (NEMO, XCAL, TEMS)

Data processing tools (Actix Analyzer, Windcatcher)

KPI monitoring and analysis

Data analytics tools (Xynergy)

Network diagnostic tools and commands

Knowledge of LTE 3GPP standards

Microsoft Office applications

Basic programming skills (Visual Basic)

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication skills

AMOS scripting

RF predictive tools (ATOLL/Planet)

Query/template creation for LTE/VoLTE KPIs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Electronics and Telecommunications

Job description

Job Title: RAN Engineer

Company: Apex Systems

Location: Birmingham, Alabama 35203

Type: Contract to hire, 12+ months

Payrate: $50 - $54 per hour

Schedule: Hybrid / 4 days in the office

Please email your resume to [email protected].

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years’ experience with LTE/UMTS/CDMA/EvDO wireless data technologies
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Electronics and Telecommunications with technical training is or equivalent work experience required
Experience working with OSS platform (Ericsson) for parameter retrieval/changes, alarm monitoring, and performance analysis
Experience with VoLTE implementation and its associated parameters and settings
Experience with drive data collection tools such as NEMO, XCAL, TEMS, etc.
Experience using data processing tools/software such as Actix Analyzer, Windcatcher, XCAL, TEMS, etc.
Experience monitoring and analyzing critical KPIs; Retainability, Accessibility, Integrity, Mobility, HO optimization, and new feature activation
Experience utilizing data analytics tools, such as Xynergy
Knowledge of network diagnostic tools/commands, data networking protocols, and experience tuning LTE parameters
Good knowledge of LTE 3GPP standards, LTE RAN air interface, L3 signaling, and LTE RAN functionality
Experience generating RF engineering and management reports in Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.
Basic programming skills, such as experience with Visual Basic, to develop database queries that convert raw statistics into useful information
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft computer applications including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
AMOS scripting to support network maintenance, expansion, layer management and IRAT configurations
5 years’ experience using RF predictive tools ATOLL/Planet
Minimum 3 years’ experience with query and template creation for LTE/VoLTE KPI’s using Ericsson BO

Apex Benefits Overview

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other insurance plans. Additional benefits include an employee stock purchase program (ESPP), a 401(k) retirement plan, a health savings account (HSA), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, corporate discount savings, and more. Professional development opportunities include on-demand training, certification prep, and a library of technical and leadership courses, books, seminars, as well as certification discounts and perks with associations such as CompTIA and IIBA. Full benefit details and additional resources are available in the Welcome Packet.

EEO Statement

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.

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