Senior Principal Engineer, RAN Architecture

2 weeks ago


TRENTON, United States Comcast Corporation Full time
Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast.

Job Summary

Comcast is building a novel mobile broadband solution that converges the latest in 5G technology with a world class cable network and operation. Our Project Condor team is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer (Eng6) to serve as the RAN Architecture and Design SME. A critical member of the team whose work impacts the user experience of millions of customers, you will set and manage the Xfinity Mobile network, including parameters, software, and hardware. A candidate in the greater Philadelphia area is preferred.

Job Description

Seeking a RAN SME with 10+ years’ experience in hardware and software development, procurement and deployment in a national or large-scale network. The A&D SME will be the lead for the development and deployment of new hardware, software and features for the commercial network. They will be responsible for coordinating between teams, directing Lab and Field testing, analyzing RAN vendor solutions and software, developing trials, Gold Standards and feature guidance and transport and CMTS solutions. The ideal candidate will be a wireless subject matter expert, a strong leader and a great communicator.

Responsibilities

  • Technical management of RAN vendor software & hardware including:
  • Manage software releases and new hardware
  • Validate, test and request new features for production rollout
  • Define, publish and manage Golden Parameter Lists
     
  • Plan & incorporate 3GPP features for long term network improvements
  • Work with Lab and Field testing teams to define test plans of new and enhanced RAN software release features, as well as specific testing to determine root cause of issues observed in production network
  • Manage spectrum portfolio and CBRS related network issues with the SAS
  • Work with SAS vendors for any observed issues and pursue long term improvements to the coordination process
  • Develop solutions to maximize both PAL and GAA CBRS spectrum combinations
  • Develop best practices for specific RAN-related issues observed in the network for customer experience improvement
  • SME to support Performance, Optimization, Transport, Device and Operations teams for the RAN team
  • Forward looking roadmap development to identify key RAN network functions, features and hardware
  • Manage RAN capacity and forecasting to predict growth and capacity offload
  • Develop strategy and provide key inputs for network design and offload modeling

Qualifications

  • BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
  • 10+ years of RF experience and LTE/5G wireless design, optimization and network management
  • 5+ years of experience on 5G RAN, preferably 5G SA
  • 5+ years of vendor management
  • In-depth experience and understanding of SA RAN vendor features, parameters, including SON features, preferably for Samsung
  • Significant experience with defining and managing Golden Parameter Lists
  • In-depth understanding of 3GPP roadmap and new features, signaling and procedures
  • Subject matter expert of 5G call flows, counters, KPI formulas, and link budgets
  • Knowledge of the wireless industry and technologies, frequency spectrum and propagation characteristics
  • Experience with planning and optimization of small cell networks
  • Working knowledge of the CBRS band rules and regulations & SAS interface/functions
  • Understanding of functioning of DOCSIS cable networks and architecture
  • Atoll and GIS tool expertise
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office tools and MS Teams
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills. Ability to interact with technical and non-technical teams
  • Self-sufficient, organized, and customer focused with a positive attitude
  • Highly motivated and able to efficiently manage simultaneous projects
     

Preference for candidates who also have:

  • Knowledge of Dual SIM Dual Standby
  • Experience with Samsung 5G RAN and USM
  • Experience with CBRS spectrum, SAS provider, and CBRS CPI certified
  • Hands on knowledge of NetScout tools: TrueCall, nBA, nSA, nG1
  • Experience with Accuver ARTS, XCAL, & XCAP with ability to analyze Layer 3 logs
  • Competent with Site Tracker, Blue Planet, Tableau, QGIS
  • Experience with CMTS and WIFI AP troubleshooting
  • Preferred location: Philadelphia Comcast Center City Campus

Disclaimer:

  • This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

Comcast is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer.

Comcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.



Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.


Education

Bachelor's Degree

While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Relevant Work Experience

10 Years +



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