Sr Manager - Solution Engineering

Tata Communications; Matawan (NJ); Hybrid; USD 149,565 - 196,678; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401k plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Tata Communications is seeking a Senior Manager to serve as a technical expert on solutions design and development. In this telecommuting role based in Matawan, NJ, you will analyze and implement solutions across multiple systems. You are required to have extensive experience in 5G/4G RAN architecture and Agile methodologies.

The role mandates collaboration with various teams, continuous performance monitoring, and the execution of sophisticated product validation processes. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with opportunities for a discretionary bonus.

Qualifications

• 8 years of related experience required.
• Experience with telecom vendor support and RFP responses.
• Experience with RF planning and on-air testing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert on solutions design and implementation.
• Analyze functionality and constraints of recommended solutions.
• Work with sales, product, and engineering teams.

Skills

5G/4G RAN architecture

RF parameter tuning

Agile methodologies

CI/CD pipelines

Network Management Systems

Atoll

Telecom product development

User story creation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field

Tools

Xirio

Job description

Senior Manager (Matawan, NJ – Telecommuting Role) – Full Time

Serve as a technical expert on solutions design, development, and implementation requirements to address business needs. Analyze the functionality and constraints of recommended solutions across multiple systems, platforms, and applications. Scan technology requirements of the market, participate in product development activities, and represent the company in customer and marketing forums to increase brand awareness. Ensure compatibility, interoperability, stability, and usability of solution architecture. Design and deliver complex solutions per customer requirements. Work with sales, product, and engineering teams to assess customer requirements. Support the product team through the product development lifecycle and provide input on product features from a business and customer perspective. Provide expertise to internal teams and external vendors and partners to design complex solutions and ensure effective delivery. Create and review architecture and design artifacts. Proactively provide guidance on engineering methodologies, standards, and best practices. Identify, communicate, and mitigate risks, assumptions, issues, and decisions throughout the full lifecycle (pre‑sales, delivery, support). 10% domestic travel required. Telecommuting permitted. Reporting to Matawan, NJ HQ.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electronics and Communication Engineering, or a closely related field and 8 years of related experience required.

• Three years of experience that includes: 5G/4G RAN architecture, RF parameter tuning, and cluster‑level optimization using KPIs such as SINR, RSRP, RSRQ, CQI, and PRB utilization.
• Design, integration, and testing of Open RAN (ORAN) and Virtualized RAN (vRAN) systems aligned with 3GPP, ORAN Alliance, and Telecom Infra Project (TIP) standards.
• Implementing Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and CI/CD pipelines for telecom product development, sprint planning, and automated testing.
• Directing RF planning, site readiness, and on‑air testing (E911, data, and voice) for macro/small cell deployments in dense urban and high‑rise environments.
• Continuous monitoring and tuning of RAN KPIs for cluster performance analysis, load balancing, and handover optimization.
• Private 5G network architecture and RU/CU/DU automation per ORAN, TIP, and TMForum automation guidelines.
• Evaluating telecom vendors/tools, supporting partner onboarding, and preparing competitive RFP/RFI responses and solution proposals.
• Working across multiple vendors’ Element Management Systems (EMS) and Network Management Systems (NMS) for RAN operations and optimization.
• Overseeing telecom software products across lifecycle stages—from market research and concept design to launch and enhancements.
• Reviewing proof‑of‑concepts and field trials in RF design and optimization, driving next‑gen product validation and network automation initiatives.
• Experience with Atoll and Xirio for network simulation, design, and coverage/capacity planning.
• Leading full‑stack telecom software projects including mock UI design, user story creation, and integration testing for RAN and router‑based functions.

10% domestic travel required. Telecommuting permitted. Reporting to Matawan, NJ HQ.

Base Salary Range

$149,565 – $196,678. Salary may be adjusted within this range based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and specific needs.

Benefits Summary

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401k plan; paid leave under our policies.

Other Compensation

Position eligible for a discretionary bonus.