Device Engineer - Military Fellowship

When you join VerizonVerizon is a leading provider of technology, communications, information and entertainment products, transforming the way we connect across the globe. Were a diverse network of people driven by our ambition and united in our shared purpose to shape a better future. Here, we have the ability to learn and grow at the speed of technology, and the space to create within every role. Together, we are moving the world forward and you can too. Dream it. Build it. Do it here.What youll be doing...This opportunity is for Military personnel who are current participants of Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellowship Program Cohort 2-2021.The position will be responsible for performing device Inter-Operability Testing solution in the Device IOT lab. Primary focus of device IOT lab is to identify quality and inter-operability issues of pre-launch devices from all channels (Branded, Open Development/Machine-to-Machine, Enterprise, Wholesale and Telematics), when tested against Verizon Wireless network configuration and roaming scenarios. The IOT testing will also focus on supporting post-launch device issue reproduction and testing of Software Updates (SU). This is an individual team contributor position that will apply solid understanding of end-to-end wireless network architecture and device interaction scenarios, to create a best-in-class test environment to identify issues and solve problems.Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe engineer shall provide execution and reporting associated with the testing of Femtocell device service and features, which will include the following tasks:+ VoLTE video, voice, data, and handoff test activities associated with new femto hardware and software releases, and network functionality on 4G and 5G Femtocell device units and core server software in a lab environment.The engineer shall also provide execution and reporting associated with the testing of device antenna performance, which will include the following task:+ Total Isotropic Sensitivity (TIS) and Total Radiated Power (TRP) test activities for new device/user equipment (UE) to be used on Verizon network.+ The engineer shall also perform testing of E911 and Voice over Wi-Fi features on new device/UE hardware or associated Software updates, to be used on Verizon network.+ The engineer shall work closely with peer automation developers and other teams to support an ongoing test automation effort, including developing and validating automation test scripts.The engineer shall perform testing involving the above in a lab environment. Key activities include:+ Test planning+ Test setup and coordination+ Test execution+ Log collection and validation analysis+ Test results documentation and reporting+ Troubleshooting of test case failuresWhat were looking for...+ Must be a current participant of Hiring our Heroes Corporate Fellowship Program Cohort 2-2021.+ Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience.+ Four or more years of relevant work experience.+ Experience in wireless devices/network equipment development and testing, with proven track record for technical leadership and innovation+ Experience in technical team leadership in SW development and testing.+ Experience in 3rd party vendor management, including device OEMs, network vendors and test solution vendors.Even better if you have the following:+ Good knowledge of LTE, IMS and VoIP network architecture.+ Knowledge of wireless device architecture.+ Good knowledge of LTE technologies and diagnostic monitoring tools such as QXDM, CAIT, LLDM, Wireshark, etc.+ Knowledge of SDLC.+ Knowledge of all common PC operating systems including Windows, Linux, Unix and common mobile Operating Systems such as Android, Window Mobile, iOS, etc.+ Ability to multi-task several high priority initiatives simultaneously.+ Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.+ Good in communication and in executive presentation.+ Experience in following process and contributing to process improvements.+ Good team working and team building skills.+ Knowledge of mobile industry testing solutions and technology evolution.+ Ability to coordinate across organizational boundaries and influence decision makers internally and externally to create positive impact to Verizon Wireless business.+ Knowledge of wireless standards and industry organizations such as 3GPP, ETSI, CCF, GSMA, GCF, etc.Equal Employment OpportunityWe'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 (https://www.verizon.com/about/careers/work-culture) page to learn more.REQNUMBER: 559086-1A