Distinguished Engineer – Systems Engineering

Verizon

. Provide nationwide technical leadership and support for Private Wireless Networks, Neutral Host Systems, In-Building Systems, Macro, Small Cell, and Radio technologies .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $137,000 - $263,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Private Wireless Networks, 4G/5G RAN technologies, and RF systems, with a strong focus on troubleshooting, network architecture, and vendor management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage high-visibility projects effectively.

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Private Wireless Network Solutions4G/5G RAN TechnologiesRF Systems TroubleshootingNetwork Architecture DesignVendor Management

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Hard Skills

RAN DeploymentNetwork OptimizationPacket Capture AnalysisScripting/Programming (Python, Java, C++, Perl, Ansible, Heat)DAS Systems Knowledge

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationProject Management

Tools & Technologies

RTTIrisview5GPTSpiderNETNCWSTruecall

Industry Keywords

Neutral Host SystemsIn-Building SystemsMacroSmall CellCarrier-Grade Network Equipment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleJavaPerlPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide nationwide technical leadership and support for Private Wireless Networks, Neutral Host Systems, In-Building Systems, Macro, Small Cell, and Radio technologies
Support regional and headquarters teams while collaborating cross-functionally with internal groups and hardware vendors
Lead testing, certification, and technical leadership for applications, hardware solutions, and services across planning, staging, FOA, commercial deployment, and maintenance
Provide technical leadership for radio, in-building system, Neutral Host, and Private Wireless Network solutions
Lead technical discussions with vendors, Engineering, Planning, and Design teams to develop network solutions and architectures
Maintain functional and technical requirements; analyze hardware/software features and troubleshoot system architectures, operations, end-to-end designs, and device-system interactions
Manage internal groups and vendors testing and refining hardware/software before production approval
Use 4G/5G RAN, Core, and Transport knowledge to investigate outages and system problems and develop short- and long-term resolutions
Manage labs and/or testing teams physically or remotely; lead lab execution and FOA/FSA processes
Coordinate vendor teams and Verizon, track progress and deliverables, and report cross-functionally
Oversee vendor code and feature delivery processes and vendor evaluations
Define testing strategy and drive automation and AI for test-cycle efficiency
Lead call-flow validation, latency, and resiliency testing
Issue and track Network Advisories and Network Directives
Provide production support, outage management, RCAs, break/fix, and expert escalation support
Manage monitored products, including SLAs, SOWs, and General Purchasing Agreements
Review vendor performance, support contract renewals, reduce capital-purchase costs, and reduce vendor expenses

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience
Eight or more years of relevant experience, demonstrated through work and/or military experience or specialized training
Experience in RAN / Radio Deployment and/or optimization, with understanding of 4G and 5G RAN technologies
Knowledge of RF systems, In-Building technologies, and DAS systems
Experience troubleshooting 4G and 5G Core elements, LTE/5G signaling, and user plane flow
Experience architecting, engineering, and supporting Enterprise or Carrier-grade network equipment from vendors such as Ericsson, Nokia, and Cisco
Experience directly or indirectly managing small teams
Understanding of end-to-end network architecture, structured network design, and the OSI Interconnect Model
Advanced experience with packet capture analysis products and tools
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to work on several critical, high-visibility projects simultaneously and independently
Strong experience with Ericsson and/or Nokia RAN products, including eNodeB/gNodeB, radio, and RF systems
Ability to troubleshoot using RTT, Irisview, 5GPT, SpiderNET, NCWS, Truecall, and similar tools
Experience with scripting/programming such as Python, Java, C++, Perl, Ansible, or Heat

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
AD&D insurance
Identity theft protection
Pet insurance
Group home and auto insurance
Matched 401(k) savings plan
Up to 8 company-paid holidays per year
Up to 6 personal days per year
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, and allowances, depending on the role
Up to 15 days of vacation per year for newly hired employees, increasing with additional service
Other incentives
Incentive-based compensation with potential to earn more