4G5G RAN Protocol Lead

Role: 4G5G RAN Protocol Lead

Experience:7-12 Years in the Wireless or Networking domain, with proven expertise in LTE/5G NR RAN protocol software development.

Title: Technical Lead

Location – Bangalore/Any can relocate to Bangalore

No. of positions: 3

Notice Period: Immediate to 15 Days

Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Lead to lead the design, development, and integration of cutting-edge 5G NR protocol software. In this role, you will play a critical part in delivering robust, high-performance solutions while ensuring top-notch system quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Leading the full software development lifecycle: design, implementation, verification, and integration of 5G NR protocol software.
• Continuously driving system performance improvements with a focus on quality and reliability.
• Overseeing and mentoring development processes, ensuring adherence to software design principles, coding standards, and best practices.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features on schedule.
• Conducting thorough code reviews and providing technical guidance to the development team.

Required Skills And Expertise

• Extensive hands-on experience in LTE/5G NR Layer 2 protocol design, implementation, and optimization as per 3GPP specifications.
• Strong programming and debugging expertise in C/C++.
• Sound knowledge of networking protocols, including TCP/IP, UDP, SCTP, and related concepts.
• Proven experience in analysing and debugging gNodeB issues, including log file analysis and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with software development tools like Git for version control and JIRA for project management.
• Strong familiarity with Agile methodologies and modern software development practices. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with an emphasis on delivering scalable, maintainable solutions.

Good To Have – Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of Layer 2 interfaces with Layer 1 protocols, such as FAPI.
• Experience in real-time embedded systems development for wireless communication.
• Familiarity with simulation tools, test environments, and automation frameworks.
• Familiarity with NVIDIA cuBB architecture will be a plus.