Engineer, Radio Frequency

T-Mobile

USA Posted today

$80,000 - $144,300/year

Role Details

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Job Overview
This role is essential for ensuring the engineering design and system performance of the radio frequency network meet operational standards. It involves supporting coverage, capacity, and performance planning while participating in the development and validation of radio frequency feature proposals. The role requires applying engineering principles to optimize network coverage, performance, and capacity, and may include leading engineering teams on projects. Success is measured by improvements in network key performance indicators and effective resolution of network issues. The work directly impacts network reliability and customer experience by maintaining and enhancing radio frequency system performance.

Job Responsibilities

  • Monitor and analyze radio network key performance indicators to identify and resolve performance issues
  • Design and optimize network coverage, capacity, and performance using established engineering principles
  • Develop, test, and validate radio frequency feature plans and support implementation guidelines
  • Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to troubleshoot network problems and update resolution databases
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to network deployment and zoning
  • Mentor associate engineers to support their technical development and knowledge growth
  • Also responsible for other duties/projects as assigned by business management as needed

Education and Work Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of related work experience OR combination of education and experience deemed equivalent (Required)
  • Acceptable areas of study include Engineering, Engineering Technology or an equivalent technical degree. (Preferred)
  • 2-4 years Experience within the wireless industry optimizing, and designing wireless communication sites. (Preferred)
  • 4-7 years Experience working in and around the radio frequency industry designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting network issues. (Preferred)
  • 2-4 years Experience with various drive test unit. (Preferred)
  • 2-4 years Experience with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) filings and zoning meetings. (Preferred)
  • 2-4 years Experience analyzing data and creating coverage solutions. (Preferred)
  • Strong hands-on experience in 5G NR network optimization, including VoNR (Voice over New Radio) performance tuning, call flow analysis, and KPI improvement in a live network environment.(Preferred)
  • Proven expertise with Nokia RAN (AirScale), including parameter tuning, feature activation, and troubleshooting for both data and voice services (VoLTE/VoNR), along with familiarity with Nokia OSS/tools.(Preferred)
  • Ability to analyze RF performance metrics (coverage, capacity, interference) and drive end-to-end optimization, including site-level audits, log analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment with T-Mobile standards and policies.(Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Radio Frequency (RF) (Required)
  • Analytics (Required)
  • Communication (Required)

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States

Travel:
Travel Required (Yes/No): Yes

DOT Regulated:
DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No): No
Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No): No

Base Pay Range: $80,000 - $144,300

Corporate Bonus Target: 15%

The pay range above is the general base pay range for a successful candidate in the role. The successful candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range.

At T-Mobile, employees in regular, non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on their role. Most Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance and which is set at a percentage of the employee’s eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance. To find the pay range for this role based on hiring location, https://paylookup.t-mobile.com/paylookup?reqID=REQ348467&paradox=1

At T-Mobile, our benefits exemplify the spirit of One Team, Together! A big part of how we care for one another is working to ensure our benefits evolve to meet the needs of our team members. Full and part-time employees have access to the same benefits when eligible. We cover all of the bases, offering medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401(k), employee stock grants, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - paid parental and family leave, family building benefits, back-up care, enhanced family support, childcare subsidy, tuition assistance, college coaching, short- and long-term disability, voluntary AD&D coverage, voluntary accident coverage, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, and voluntary long-term care insurance. We don't stop there - eligible employees can also receive mobile service & home internet discounts, pet insurance, and access to commuter and transit programs! To learn about T-Mobile’s amazing benefits, check out www.t-mobilebenefits.com.

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T-Mobile US is the second-largest wireless carrier in the United States, providing wireless voice, messaging, and data services under the T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile brands. Industry: Wireless Telecommunications