Senior Engineer, Network Performance

Verizon

. Lead performance management and optimization across Verizon's LTE, VoLTE, 5G-NR NSA and SA, and VoNR Radio Access Network deployments .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeAzusa • California • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $174,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in performance management and optimization of LTE, VoLTE, and 5G networks, with a strong focus on Ericsson technologies and tools. Proficient in analyzing and troubleshooting network performance metrics and call flows to enhance service quality and operational efficiency.

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Ericsson Network Manager (ENM)Massive MIMOVoLTE/VoNR Quality AnalysisPython Scripting3GPP Rel 15/16/17 Architectures

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Hard Skills

Network Performance OptimizationRadio TuningParameter AuditingCall Trace DecodingKPI MonitoringSQL Data ParsingSIP Signaling TroubleshootingRAN Equipment ExperienceAutomated ScriptingCarrier Aggregation Validation

Tools & Technologies

Ericsson CLI ToolsMOShellAMOSQXDMTEMS InvestigationActix AnalyzerWiresharkTableauPowerBI

Industry Keywords

5G-NRVoNRC-BandMmWaveEN-DCEPS FallbackRootMetricsOoklaTutelaOpen RAN (O-RAN)

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PerlPythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead performance management and optimization across Verizon's LTE, VoLTE, 5G-NR NSA and SA, and VoNR Radio Access Network deployments
Lead radio tuning and optimization across Ericsson Baseband and Radio Units, including Massive MIMO, C-Band, and mmWave deployments
Monitor and optimize Ericsson Performance Management counters to improve Accessibility, Retainability, Mobility, and Throughput KPIs
Parameterize and audit Ericsson feature states and system constants across spectrum layers
Validate Carrier Aggregation, Massive MIMO, EN-DC, and Dual Connectivity features
Analyze end-to-end VoLTE and VoNR quality using Ericsson UE Trace/Cell Trace data and external probes
Troubleshoot SIP signaling, RTP packet loss, jitter, MOS scores, and EPS Fallback performance
Monitor and optimize KPIs for 5G Fixed Wireless Access CPEs on C-Band and mmWave
Use Ericsson CLI tools, including MOShell, AMOS, and ENM, to execute health checks, check cell operational states, and run automated parameter audit and turnup scripts
Identify high-utilization sectors and cell-edge bottlenecks using Ericsson counter data
Formulate carrier addition, power control, re-sectoring, and hardware upgrade strategies
Partner with RF Planning, Operations, and Core teams to resolve complex cross-domain issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience
Four or more years of relevant work experience
Hands-on experience with Ericsson Network Manager (ENM), MOShell/AMOS, and ENM scripting utilities for bulk parameter changes and MO configuration
Proficiency in 3GPP Rel 15/16/17 architectures, beam management, Massive MIMO, SSB/CSI-RS configuration, EN-DC anchor relations, and 5G-SA/VoNR layer management
Hands-on experience decoding call traces (GPEH/UETR) and diagnostic logs using QXDM, TEMS Investigation, Actix Analyzer, and Wireshark
Experience analyzing VoLTE/VoNR SIP call flows
Ability to parse large counter datasets and trace logs using SQL, Python, or visualization tools such as Tableau and PowerBI
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred
Five or more years of dedicated hands-on experience in RF engineering and network performance optimization, with a minimum of 3+ years directly working on Ericsson LTE/5G RAN equipment is preferred
Experience with 3rd-party benchmarking analysis, including RootMetrics, Ookla, and Tutela, is preferred
Advanced scripting proficiency in Python, Perl, or Shell for automating MOShell tasks, parameter audits, and KPI reporting is preferred
Experience with Ericsson Open RAN (O-RAN) solutions, RIC, and rApp/xApp performance integrations is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Basic life insurance 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
Other incentives
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
Hybrid work arrangement with work from home and a minimum of three days per week in the office