Senior Systems Architect — Enterprise Wireless Networks

Verizon Communications; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 137,000 - 263,000; Full time

Job summary

Verizon Communications in Basking Ridge, NJ seeks a Distinguished Engineer to define end-to-end wireless architectures (4G/5G RAN/Core), MEC, and private wireless networks, driving innovation and revenue growth. The role requires leadership across product teams and partners in a hybrid work model.

You will mentor teams, align architectures with roadmaps, and translate customer needs into scalable solutions while engaging in strategic vendor collaborations. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Deep technical background in end-to-end wireless architectures (4G/5G RAN and Core) and enterprise connectivity.
• Experience with private wireless networks, network slicing, and related technologies.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% and mentor cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Define technology roadmaps and standardized deployment architectures across emerging focus areas.
• Research industry trends and collaborate with vendors/partners to recommend network technologies.
• Work with technology partners, vendors, and system integrators to drive new architectures aligned with product teams.
• Lead cross-network discussions to define architectures and ensure high-quality deployments.
• Provide recommendations on deployment technology architecture and testing/integration with partners.
• Design and engineer infrastructure for trial scenarios and align HW/SW with product roadmaps.
• Translate customer requirements into technology solutions and drive monetizable innovations.

Skills

Wireless networking

Network architecture

MEC

IP routing

RF design

Edge computing

Private networks

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4+ years experience

Job description

Verizon Communications in Basking Ridge, NJ seeks a Distinguished Engineer to define end-to-end wireless architectures (4G/5G RAN/Core), MEC, and private wireless networks, driving innovation and revenue growth. The role requires leadership across product teams and partners in a hybrid work model.

You will mentor teams, align architectures with roadmaps, and translate customer needs into scalable solutions while engaging in strategic vendor collaborations. Travel up to 25% is expected.