Senior Architect - Private 5G & Wireless Systems

Cellco Partnership; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Verizon is seeking a Distinguished Engineer to provide nationwide technical leadership for Private Wireless Networks, Neutral Host, and in-building systems. You will lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with hardware vendors to ensure capability, reliability, and performance across 4G/5G networks.

You will manage lab testing, FOA/FSA processes, and drive testing strategies with a focus on automated, efficient validation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for radio, in-building systems, Neutral Host and Private Wireless Networks.
• Lead technical discussions with Vendors, Engineering, Planning and Design teams.
• Analyze hardware/software features and troubleshoot architectures and end-to-end designs.
• Manage lab testing and FOA/FSA processes to improve network performance.
• Use 4G/5G RAN, Core and Transport knowledge to analyze outages and guide resolutions.
• Oversee lab execution and vendor coordination for installation readiness.
• Define testing strategy and drive automation to improve test efficiency.
• Provide incident support, outage management, RCAs, and expert escalation.

Skills

4G/5G RAN

Technical leadership

Vendor management

Lab testing

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Automation tools

Job description

Verizon is seeking a Distinguished Engineer to provide nationwide technical leadership for Private Wireless Networks, Neutral Host, and in-building systems. You will lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with hardware vendors to ensure capability, reliability, and performance across 4G/5G networks.

You will manage lab testing, FOA/FSA processes, and drive testing strategies with a focus on automated, efficient validation.