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RAN Engineer jobs are open across telecom carriers, network equipment vendors, and managed service providers, at every level from junior to staff and principal, with specializations in LTE optimization, 5G NR deployment, and RF planning. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About this opportunity:
Early-career professionals interested in building skills as a Network Engineer (RAN Optimization), take this exciting opportunity to join our global professional team at Ericsson. This dynamic role not only involves analysis, auditing, design, and optimization of telecom networks but also spans various domains such as RAN, Transport, Core, OM and Services Networks. Our Network Engineer is a crucial part of our process ranging from early engagement, pre-sales of services and networks, to service delivery and acceptance. This role demands a deep technical understanding to deliver high-quality network design, advanced technical network analysis, role in pre-sales tasks, proficiency with Ericsson's cutting-edge analytics solutions, a commitment to driving innovation, and an emphasis on customer-focus and quality service delivery. Relocation is not offered for this posistion.
What you will do:
- Lead the launch of new carriers, sites for 4G, 5G, CBRS, and small cells across a top tier operator (SoCal, NorCal, and PNW markets).
- Manage and support C-band launches, including SSV drive testing and auditing activities.
- Monitor KPIs and troubleshoot RF issues for new carrier and site deployments.
- Monitor KPIs and resolve RF issues associated with radio and baseband swaps.
- Successfully deliver projects on time, within budget, and with high customer satisfaction
The skills you bring:
- A bachelor's (or preferred master’s) degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field
- Typically, 2 – 6 years of hands‑on experience in RF optimization or RAN performance for cellular networks
- Good understanding of 4G/5G technologies.
- Automation know-how and skills to tools is key (Python and Power BI)
- Good understanding of RF KPIs, performance optimization, and troubleshooting methodologies.
- Ability to interpret site alarms and determine corrective actions.
- Comprehending and adhering to the unique processes and requirements of each market.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams such as NIC, ODS, NDS, IC, and Field Engineering.
- Ability to communicate project status and technical insights with Project Managers, Integration Managers, Sales teams, Area Directors, and other stakeholders.
- Able to provide timely and clear communication to internal teams and customers, ensuring concerns
Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply?
Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.
Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.
If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.americas@ericsson.com.
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Important Information:
Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor U.S work authorizations for this job position including U.S. immigration filings for initial and/or change of employer paperwork for H-1’s, H-1B1’s, E-3’s, O-1’s, and TN’s. Ericsson also does not hire F-1’s working on CPT or EAD for this position.
Primary country and city: United States (US) || Plano (Country/ City)
Job details: Network Engineer
Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson
At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
Your Pay
The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan: Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit’s objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.
Your Health
Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents.
Your Financial Security
We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson match $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson’s full matching contributions of 4%. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan.
Your Time
Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee’s start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
Additional Benefits
Ericsson offers many other company-paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, and recognition programs.
Join our Team
About this opportunity:
Early-career professionals interested in building skills as a Network Engineer (RAN Optimization), take this exciting opportunity to join our global professional team at Ericsson. This dynamic role not only involves analysis, auditing, design, and optimization of telecom networks but also spans various domains such as RAN, Transport, Core, OM and Services Networks. Our Network Engineer is a crucial part of our process ranging from early engagement, pre-sales of services and networks, to service delivery and acceptance. This role demands a deep technical understanding to deliver high-quality network design, advanced technical network analysis, role in pre-sales tasks, proficiency with Ericsson's cutting-edge analytics solutions, a commitment to driving innovation, and an emphasis on customer-focus and quality service delivery. Relocation is not offered for this posistion.
What you will do:
- Lead the launch of new carriers, sites for 4G, 5G, CBRS, and small cells across a top tier operator (SoCal, NorCal, and PNW markets).
- Manage and support C-band launches, including SSV drive testing and auditing activities.
- Monitor KPIs and troubleshoot RF issues for new carrier and site deployments.
- Monitor KPIs and resolve RF issues associated with radio and baseband swaps.
- Successfully deliver projects on time, within budget, and with high customer satisfaction
The skills you bring:
- A bachelor's (or preferred master’s) degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field
- Typically, 2 – 6 years of hands‑on experience in RF optimization or RAN performance for cellular networks
- Good understanding of 4G/5G technologies.
- Automation know-how and skills to tools is key (Python and Power BI)
- Good understanding of RF KPIs, performance optimization, and troubleshooting methodologies.
- Ability to interpret site alarms and determine corrective actions.
- Comprehending and adhering to the unique processes and requirements of each market.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams such as NIC, ODS, NDS, IC, and Field Engineering.
- Ability to communicate project status and technical insights with Project Managers, Integration Managers, Sales teams, Area Directors, and other stakeholders.
- Able to provide timely and clear communication to internal teams and customers, ensuring concerns
Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply?
Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.
Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.
If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.americas@ericsson.com.
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Important Information:
Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor U.S work authorizations for this job position including U.S. immigration filings for initial and/or change of employer paperwork for H-1’s, H-1B1’s, E-3’s, O-1’s, and TN’s. Ericsson also does not hire F-1’s working on CPT or EAD for this position.
Primary country and city: United States (US) || Plano (Country/ City)
Job details: Network Engineer
Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson
At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
Your Pay
The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan: Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit’s objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.
Your Health
Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents.
Your Financial Security
We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson match $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson’s full matching contributions of 4%. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan.
Your Time
Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee’s start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
Additional Benefits
Ericsson offers many other company-paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, and recognition programs.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in RAN engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with LTE and 5G NR radio access network planning and optimization
- Proficiency with drive test tools and post-processing software such as TEMS or Actix
- Familiarity with at least one major RAN vendor platform from Ericsson, Nokia, or Huawei
- Understanding of 3GPP standards relevant to RAN architecture and air interface protocols
- Experience reading and interpreting RF propagation models and cell coverage reports
Tips for Your RAN Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to network generations
Separate your LTE, 5G NR, and legacy 3G experience into distinct skill clusters on your resume. Hiring managers scanning for 5G SA rollout skills need to find that immediately, not buried in a general 'wireless' section.
List vendor tool proficiency explicitly
Name the specific vendor platforms you have used, such as Ericsson OSS, Nokia NetAct, or Huawei U2020. Vague references to 'network management tools' won't pass automated screening for roles tied to a specific vendor ecosystem.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists ran engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight KPI-driven optimization results
Quantify your impact using metrics hiring managers recognize: RSRP improvement, SINR gains, dropped-call rate reduction, or throughput increases after a parameter change. Outcomes tied to real network KPIs carry far more weight than general descriptions of your duties.
Prepare a walk-through of a real troubleshooting case
Interviewers for ran engineer roles frequently ask you to narrate a live-network problem you diagnosed and resolved. Rehearse one end-to-end example covering the symptom, the data you pulled, your hypothesis, and what the fix achieved.
Research whether the role is field or lab focused
Some ran engineer positions are drive-test and site-visit heavy while others are entirely lab or remote SON-based. Confirm the split before your interview so your questions and your negotiation around travel expectations are grounded in what the job actually requires.
RAN Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most ran engineers?
The companies hiring the most ran engineers right now include TELEWORLD SOLUTIONS, DeepSig, and Eridan, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Roles are split across network operators, managed services firms, and RAN equipment vendors.
How many ran engineer jobs are remote?
About 50% of ran engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote arrangements more common in network planning, SON parameter tuning, and performance analytics roles than in field optimization or drive-test positions, which typically require on-site or regional travel.
How do you become a ran engineer?
Start with a degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications, or computer engineering, then build foundational knowledge of RF propagation, cellular network architecture, and 3GPP standards. Gain hands-on experience through internships or entry-level NOC roles, learn a vendor platform such as Ericsson OSS or Nokia NetAct, and work toward certifications in LTE or 5G NR to signal readiness for optimization and planning positions.
Can you get hired as a ran engineer with little experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with limited professional experience if you can demonstrate strong fundamentals. Building a home lab to simulate RF scenarios, contributing to open-source RAN projects, or completing a vendor certification in LTE or 5G NR gives hiring managers concrete evidence of capability. Targeting roles at managed service providers or smaller regional carriers often provides a more accessible entry point than major national operators.
What does the ran engineer interview process look like?
Most ran engineer interviews begin with a recruiter screen covering your vendor experience and network generations you've worked with, followed by a technical interview where you'll walk through a troubleshooting scenario or explain KPI analysis methodology. Some employers add a practical exercise involving log file review or parameter change recommendations. Final rounds typically include a conversation with a team lead or senior engineer about project scope and tools used.
Where can I find and apply to ran engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to ran engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing.
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