Hands-on experience with small cell or satellite backhaul
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Qualitest Group is seeking a Senior RAN Test Engineer in Bristol, UK, to focus on LTE and 5G Radio Access Networks. The role requires extensive expertise in RAN integration, system validation, and performance testing, with an emphasis on both hands-on experience and protocol knowledge.
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Job Summary
This role focuses on RAN integration, system validation, performance testing, and troubleshooting across lab environments for LTE and 5G networks.
The successful candidate will perform functional, performance, interoperability, and stability testing of RAN components including eNB, gNB, RU, DU, and CU.
Candidates must possess strong protocol-level knowledge and practical experience with modern RAN architectures to support complex technical issue resolution.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Qualitest Group is seeking a Senior RAN Test Engineer in Bristol, UK, to focus on LTE and 5G Radio Access Networks. The role requires extensive expertise in RAN integration, system validation, and performance testing, with an emphasis on both hands-on experience and protocol knowledge.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
LTE and 5G RAN architecture expertise
RRC, RLC, MAC, PHY protocol knowledge
Hands-on experience with Small Cell or Satellite Backhaul
Proficiency in Wireshark, QXDM, XCAL, Viavi, TEMS
Experience validating mobility scenarios like handovers
Nice-to-have
Test automation scripting using Python
OpenRAN environment experience
Multi-vendor testing exposure
Experience defining test strategies and acceptance criteria
Key Requirements
Strong understanding of LTE and 5G RAN architecture
In-depth knowledge of RAN protocols including S1AP, X2, Xn, F1
Hands-on experience with vRAN, OpenRAN, Massive MIMO technologies