Senior Engineer Radio Frequency

Job Description

When you join Verizon

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life.

What you’ll be doing...

Customers expect our networks to perform at a high level all the time. With the increase in RAN network layers and complexity, the amount of data points to analyze has grown exponentially. That’s where you come in. You will automate network and data performance issues via software means in order to resolve and maintain optimum service for our customers efficiently and reliably. The work you’ll be doing will directly impact customer satisfaction and help keep us ahead of the competition.

• Designing and planning the Radio Frequency Network for Verizon LTE and 5G which includes RF analysis, search area issuance, candidate assessment, and approvals.

• Redesigning mature network areas to minimize capacity constraints and improve SINR while working with other areas of the network to ensure performance fixes/initiatives are in place.

• Using internal tools (FUZE, ATOLL) to process regulatory compliance.

• Performing Macro/Small Cell Design/In Building design including antenna selection and placement, utilizing knowledge of 5G, LTE, CDMA 1x, EVDO, and microwave to contribute in network design are key responsibilities.

• Working on new cell sites, making sure the site is properly integrated into the network and optimized for peak performance.

What we’re looking for...

You'll need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.

• Four or more years of relevant work experience.

• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.

• A valid driver's license.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. Ideally, a Master’s degree.

• Five or more years of experience in the cellular or telecommunications industry with direct experience in RF Design & Optimization.

• Solid knowledge of RF theory and practice as well as LTE/VoLTE Technology.

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.

Where you’ll be working

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and a minimum eight assigned office days per month that will be set by your manager.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.