3GPP RAN Network Standards Architect

About the position Responsibilities • Support the RAN Spectrum and Radio Frequency network design from a Standards perspective. • Ensure 4G, 5G, and Next Gen network Standards meet feature requirements and performance objectives. • Conduct technology analysis and drive Verizon's strategic interests and objectives. • Analyze, design, present, and defend Spectrum requirements and testing procedures. • Develop relationships with external parties and influence direction in industry bodies. • Serve as a 3GPP RAN Spectrum domain expert and represent Verizon at Plenary TSGs. • Provide technical competence and influence with external contacts to ratify agreements and contributions. • Drive requirements and contributions for simulations, transmission requirements, and reception parameters. • Define requirements and test procedures for Base Station, Repeater, Relay, and Integrated Access Backhaul. • Evaluate and author 3GPP technical contributions and drive Verizon's positions with operators and vendors. • Support the development of a 1-5 year technology strategic view for Band combos and Carrier Aggregation. • Demonstrate excellent working relationships with various internal teams. • Mentor and guide other delegates and SMEs to increase technical competency. • Independently manage complex technical projects and lead industry standard meetings. • Influence Spectrum-related Standards work and align with FCC and ITU. • Provide advanced leadership capabilities to advance initiatives and defend technical positions. Requirements • Bachelor's degree or four or more years of experience. • Six or more years of relevant work experience. • Willingness to travel up to approximately 25%-50% of the time. Nice-to-haves • Master's degree or Doctorate in engineering, computer science, telecommunications, or related field. • Ten or more years of relevant work experience in RAN Spectrum. • Proven Leadership experience in 3GPP and relevant Standards Bodies (ITU, CITEL, GSMA, ATIS). • Excellent interpersonal skills. Benefits • Health and wellness benefits • Short term incentives • 401(k) Savings Plan • Stock incentive programs • Paid time off • Parental leave • Adoption assistance • Tuition assistance • Other incentives Apply tot his job Apply To this Job