Senior Principal Engineer, RAN Architecture & Design SME (Eng6)
Company: Comcast Corporation
Location: Passaic
Posted on: September 17, 2024
Job Description:
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 SummaryComcast 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
DescriptionSeeking 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 modelingQualifications
- 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
CampusDisclaimer:
- 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 on our careers site for more
details.EducationBachelor's DegreeWhile 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
Experience10 Years +
Keywords: Comcast Corporation, West Orange , Senior Principal Engineer, RAN Architecture & Design SME (Eng6), Engineering , Passaic, New Jersey
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