5G Expert (m/f/d)

NET CHECK GmbH was founded in 1999 with the aim of improving the quality of communication networks. Since then, NET CHECK has developed into the leading partner of network operators and infrastructure providers of mobile and fixed networks of all technologies. Its core competencies include international network benchmarking (comparative measurements) as well as network planning and fault analysis. NET CHECK has one of Germany's largest crowdsourcing platforms, which generates over 144 million data points every day. Our commitment to quality and security has earned us the trust of scientific and government institutions.

NET CHECK is headquartered in Berlin and is part of the NC GROUP, an owner-managed group of companies with a total of over 180 employees at five locations in Germany and one in Belgrade, Serbia. To further support our dynamic team we are currently, we are seeking a 5G Expert.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Telecom Expert with a strong background in vendor test labs or vendor development environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with major telecom vendors such as Nokia, Ericsson, Huawei, ZTE, Qualcomm, Samsung, or Intel. Additionally, proficiency in programming and scripting is essential for this role.

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Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth, validation, and troubleshooting of telecom network solutions.
• Collaborate with the engineering, and delivery teams to ensure network performance and reliability.
• Develop and execute automated test scripts to enhance testing efficiency.
• Analyze logs and test results to identify and resolve issues in network infrastructure.
• Detect faults by using Layer 3 messages and interpret them effectively.
• Utilize tools that open and analyze Layer 3 messages for troubleshooting purposes.
• Read and interpret logs from 5G interfaces and 5G core interfaces.
• Support network optimization, and feature validation.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in telecom standards.

Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience in vendor test labs or development environments with major telecom vendors (Nokia, Ericsson, Huawei, ZTE, Qualcomm, Samsung, Intel).
• Strong expertise in telecom network technologies, including 4G, 5G, and beyond.
• Proficiency in programming and scripting (Python, Bash, Shell, or other relevant languages).
• Experience in test automation, debugging, and troubleshooting complex telecom systems.
• Familiarity with telecom protocols, network simulations, and RF testing tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to detect faults using Layer 3 messages and interpret them accurately.
• Experience with tools for opening and analyzing Layer 3 messages.
• Ability to read and interpret logs from 5G interfaces and 5G core interfaces.
• Some knowledge about Open RAN and its integration into telecom networks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Experience in software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV) is a plus.
• Knowledge of AI/ML applications in telecom is a plus.
• Previous experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices in telecom environments is a plus.

Our offer:

• A dynamic team that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and technical excellence, fostering an innovative workplace.
• A diverse, growth-oriented work environment where your contributions have a meaningful impact on our collective success.
• Remote work with the requirement of traveling to the office from time to time.
• 28 days of annual paid vacation.
• Subsidized Deutschland Ticket.
• Bike leasing with JobRad.

If you have a passion for telecom technologies and hands-on expertise in vendor development or test labs, we would love to hear from you!