Senior Systems Engineer, 5G Air Interface Call Processing

Samsung Electronics

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Plano, TX
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Oct 31, 2026

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TL;DR · Senior Systems Engineer, 5G Air Interface Call Processing

Sr. Systems Engineer – 5G Air Interface Call Processing joins the Networks Engineering organization to serve as a subject matter expert for multi-functional teams. This role involves developing product and feature requirements, performing system and performance analysis, and conducting deep-dive customer sessions regarding virtualized networks. The engineer will translate complex technical designs into actionable requirements for development teams while providing pre-sales support and troubleshooting 4G/5G wireless call protocols. Key responsibilities include evaluating new software releases and mentoring the team as a systems architect. Required expertise includes 3GPP Rel-16/17 features, Hybrid Beamforming, Massive MIMO, and PHY, MAC, RLC, RRC, and PDCP layers. Technical proficiency is required in tools such as XCAL, QXDM, Wireshark, Channel Emulators, and Spectrum Analyzers to solve complex problems within Radio Access Network architectures and 5G air interface technologies.

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What you'll do

  • Develop product requirements, feature specifications, and system performance analyses for virtualized networks.
  • Conduct deep-dive customer sessions to identify and translate requirements into detailed design specifications.
  • Perform technical analysis and troubleshooting of 4G and 5G wireless call protocols.
  • Provide expert technical support during the pre-sales process to create compelling commercial solutions.
  • Translate complex technical design considerations between internal sales teams and carrier network partners.
  • Educate customers on new products and services through individual and group presentations.
  • Lead and mentor the team as a systems architect for product roll-outs.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's Degree in EE or CS; advanced degree is beneficial (preferred).
  • Minimum of 12 years of industry experience in wireless is required.
  • Must have understanding of 5G concepts including Hybrid Beamforming, Massive MIMO, New Waveforms, and LTE-NR interworking.
  • Strong knowledge of 4G/5G air interface, call processing technologies, and Radio Access Network architecture is required.
  • Experience with 3GPP Rel-16/17 features and 3GPP Core and RAN networks is required.
  • Proficiency with protocol analyzers and test tools such as XCAL, QXDM, Wireshark, Channel Emulator, Spectrum Analyzers, and Signal Generators is required.
  • Experience with system engineering activities like feature requirements identification, parameter optimization, and performance analysis is desirable (preferred).
  • Experience with software development is beneficial (preferred).

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