Network Performance Engineer

When you join Verizon

Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect across the globe. We’re a diverse network of people driven by our shared ambition 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 you’ll be doing...

Customers expect our networks to perform at a high level all the time. That’s where you come in. You will investigate, evaluate and resolve network and data performance issues to ensure efficient and reliable service for our customers. The work you’ll be doing will directly impact customer satisfaction and help keep us ahead of the competition.

• Evaluating service performance trends and isolating root causes of impacted services.
• Performing field testing and analyses of relevant key performance indicators.
• Coordinating technical investigations and testing with appropriate regional, area and HQ functions.
• Providing technical analysis, troubleshooting, and training assistance to markets and regions as requested.
• Optimizing 5G, LTE - RAN networks using traditional and innovative means.
• Investigating and resolving customer complaints regarding service.
• Assisting in integration of new cell sites, small cells, and DAS systems into existing network.

Where you’ll be working…

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.

What we’re looking for...

You’ll need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
• Four or more years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of LTE including VoLTE and RAN networks.
• Knowledge of IP and transport protocols.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• A degree.
• Knowledge of at least one data collection tool such as Datapro, and TEMS Symphony.
• Knowledge of data analysis/post-processing tools such as Irisview, Windcatcher/Actix/TEMS Discovery.
• Knowledge of propagation and optimization modeling tools such as Planet, GeoPlan, ACP, DB Planner.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, Unix, scripting tools.
• Knowledge of mapping software such as MapInfo, ArcGIS, Topo.
• Knowledge of Ericsson systems including OSS and 3GPP LTE standards.
• Knowledge of IMS and systems engineering aspects related to RAN and proficiency in Core level call flow analysis.

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every "even better" qualification listed above.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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