5G RAN Systems Engineer

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Base pay range $95,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

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Connecting Telecom Talent with Amazing Opportunities We’re seeking an experienced 5G RAN Operations Engineer to support a remote network surveillance and troubleshooting team responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and restoring a large‑scale 5G radio access network.

This is a hands‑on operations role focused on Tier II diagnostics, outage restoration, and escalation support, with close collaboration across NOC teams, field operations, vendors, and engineering stakeholders. The role also includes training and mentoring Tier I NOC staff and supporting new 5G site deployments.

What You’ll Do

Lead Tier II field diagnostics and outage restoration for 5G RAN incidents

Monitor, troubleshoot, and restore services across RAN, transport, and network systems

Analyze network events, implement corrective actions, and document resolutions

Escalate complex issues to internal engineering teams and external vendors

Support new 5G site turn‑ups and fronthaul transport deployments

Perform site health checks and post‑maintenance validation

Collect traces and analyze faults using vendor tools and network probes

Produce incident reports, root cause analyses, and lessons learned

Drive process improvements, automation opportunities, and operational efficiencies

Train and mentor Tier I NOC technicians and support daily operations

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams during high‑impact network events

What We’re Looking For

Hands‑on experience supporting 5G RAN operations and troubleshooting

Strong understanding of RAN architecture (RU, DU, CU, split functions, virtualized ORAN environments)

Transport troubleshooting experience (fronthaul, backhaul)

Ability to isolate RF, equipment, and transport‑related issues

Strong documentation, communication, and escalation skills

Experience with alarm monitoring, ticketing systems, and RCA development

Ability to work cross‑functionally with NOC teams, field ops, vendors, and leadership

Familiarity with site maintenance, MOP validation, and operational safety practices

Preferred Experience & Certifications

Wireless 5G deployment and integration experience

Advanced knowledge of cell site topology, transport, and RF KPIs

OSHA 10 and RF Awareness

Experience supporting automation, CI/CD, or orchestration initiatives

First Aid / CPR or CPI certification a plus

This role is well‑suited for someone who enjoys being the technical escalation point during critical network events, thrives in fast‑paced environments, and wants to directly impact 5G network performance and reliability.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Other

Industries Telecommunications and Technology, Information and Internet

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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