Ericsson 5G Optimizing Engineer

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Optimize Ericsson 5G/4G RAN performance, troubleshoot issues, and lead teams in Dallas.
28 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Role
What you would be doing
parameter tuning
call flow analysis
drive test
ran optimization
kpi optimization
team leadership
  • Apply intelligent parameter changes (e.g., A5, IntraSearchRx, ThreshXHigh, etc.) to improve network behavior.
  • Conduct in-depth call flow analysis, identifying signaling issues in both NSA and SA architectures.
  • Use drive test data (TEMS, Actix, etc.) to analyze mobility issues, overshooting cells, and coverage imbalance.
  • Perform 5G/4G RAN optimization on Ericsson equipment, with focus on NSA, SA, and VoNR performance.
  • Lead small optimization teams and communicate directly with customer technical teams.
  • Optimize KPIs such as access success rate, throughput, drop rates, handover performance, and VoLTE metrics.
  • Recommend optimization actions beyond tilt adjustments, including CRS gain tuning, footprint shaping, and reselection parameters.
What you bring
5g
ericsson
carrier aggregation
tems
power bi
leadership

We are seeking a highly skilled Ericsson 5G Optimizer with extensive experience in 5G and LTE network performance optimization. This role requires a subject matter expert (SME) in Radio Network Planning and Optimization (NPO) with deep technical knowledge of Ericsson equipment, signaling procedures, drive test analysis, and KPI improvement strategies. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with post-processing and data visualization tools and demonstrate strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

12 to 24 months in the US on Long Term Assignments.

RF Engineers - we are sponsoring work visas for UK citizens to work in Dallas, Texas USA.

You will have to be in the US for the duration of the project.

  • 8+ years total NPO experience, preferably with background on Nokia RAN in addition to Ericsson.
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing project demands and timelines.
  • Carrier Aggregation (CA)
  • Hands-on experience with: Ericsson MCPC, TEMS Investigation / TEMS Pocket, Tableau / Power BI
  • 3+ years direct experience working with 5G networks, including NSA and SA architectures.
  • Familiarity with frequency bands and MFBI functionality used by AT&T and Ericsson (e.g., B12, B14, B66, N260, N261).
  • Experience optimizing VoLTE, including TTI bundling, coverage/routing issues, and handovers.
  • Working knowledge of ENDC, MCPC, multi-RAT environments, including GSM/UMTS co-existence and fallback scenarios.
  • Experience in vendor migration projects (e.g., from Nokia/Huawei to Ericsson).
  • Proven team leadership experience and ability to function independently with minimal supervision.
  • Massive MIMO, Beamforming, Network slicing, mmWave deployments
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with ability to solve complex RF and signaling issues.
  • Strong command of 5G deployment options (3GPP-defined) and ENDC principles.
  • 7+ years hands-on experience with Ericsson RAN equipment, including eNB/gNB integration, parameter tuning, and KPI troubleshooting.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to interface with customer engineering teams.
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Visa Sponsorship
  • sponsoring work visas for uk citizens
  • 12 to 24‑month assignments in dallas, texas, usa
  • candidate must remain in the us for the project duration
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