About the Role: We are seeking a highly capable and experienced Platform and Hardware Lead System Engineer with a strong background in eNB/gNB Hardware and Platform System Design, O-RAN hardware architecture, and SoC-based radio platforms. The ideal candidate will lead hardware platform definition and integration efforts, ensuring end-to-end performance, energy efficiency, and ODM Interfacing in 4G/5G systems. The role demands hands-on experience with O-RAN hardware specifications, RF components, and system profiling for Board Design. The candidate will actively interface with ODM partners to define, negotiate, and validate hardware platforms that meet carrier-grade expectations and acceptance. The candidate shall be able to profile hardware resource needs based on application requirements, select appropriate controllers or server boards per compute and thermal budget, and translate system-level constraints into detailed hardware requirements for development and vendor interaction. Job description: Deep expertise in eNB and gNB platform and hardware design, including bring-up initialization Sequence. Strong understanding of RU hardware design, eCPRI, PHY Split architectures (e.g., Split 7.2x), and SU/MU-MIMO systems. Hands-on experience with O-RAN Indoor Small Cell and Outdoor Micro Cell Hardware Key Responsibilities: Architecture and Requirements, and exposure to O-RAN Network Energy Saving metrics and procedures. Proven experience with FSM10055 mmWave and FSM10056 Sub-6 GHz SoCs, including SDR RFIC and PHY integration. Design experience in SDR RFIC, DFE, and RFFE integration over COMe-based carrier boards. Familiarity with mezzanine based modular board system designs.ss Ability to deep dive ORAN HW reference designs. Ability to deep dive SoC (Qualcomm, Intel , EdgeQ) reference designs. Solid understanding of PMIC module for power profiling. Design knowledge of power reset circuits. Strong command over FPGA-based platforms and SoC integration, with practical use of MATLAB, VHDL for simulation and validation. Experience with Cadence Allegro for PCB schematic capture, layout review, and design verification. Skilled in resource profiling for system functions (e.g., baseband processing, RF chains, digital interfaces) and hardware controller/server board selection based on project-specific compute and IO demands. Ability to interface directly with ODM partners, articulate hardware requirements, define acceptance criteria, and ensure conformance to specifications. Knowledge of ATE-stage validation procedures, including calibration, PA/LNA linearization, and system-level MTBF and thermal analysis. Working knowledge of Dual Doherty PA. Hands-on involvement in SDR9000 RFIC, and validation of RFFE interfaces. Experience with QDART. Working knowledge hardware interfaces and IO expanders: SPI, UART, I2C. Proficiency in preparing Visio-based hardware block diagrams and managing hardware reference design documents. Ability to compile and manage Bill of Materials (BOM) accurately for system-level hardware builds. Familiarity with clock units, hard sync techniques, PTP, SyncE, and GPS modules for synchronization and timing architecture. Exposure to EDA tools (e.g., Synopsys, Cadence) Internship or thesis projects in semiconductor labs or companies Research publications in IEEE on digital/SoC/FPGA topics Required Qualification: Master / PhD in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Digital Design, Embedded Systems Design or a related field. 15-20 years of experience in Wireless Embedded Platform Designs, with a strong foundation in LTE and 5G NR technologies with ORAN and 3GPP Knowledge. Required Qualification: Good level of English Service Oriented Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Problem solver, proactive and efficient Self-learning capabilities
At Airspan, we re on the cutting edge of 4G and 5G RAN software and hardware development, creating innovative solutions that drive the future of wireless connectivity. With over a million cells deployed worldwide, our disruptive Open RAN platform is transforming carrier networks and critical infrastructure across the globe. Airspan is more than just a workplace; it s a launchpad for your career. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation, ensuring a bright future for both our company and our employees. Our greatest strength lies in our people a team of brilliant minds from diverse backgrounds working together to achieve extraordinary results. With offices in the USA, UK, India, Colombia, Poland, Japan, and Israel, Airspan offers a global working environment that values collaboration, creativity, and excellence. Whether you re based in one of our offices or working remotely, you ll be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of connectivity. About the Role: We are seeking a Lead System Engineer with deep 3GPP expertise in LTE and NR, Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols and Radio Resource Management/mobility algorithms. Comprehensive understanding of MAC, RLC, PDCP, SDAP, RRC, as well as transport and tunneling protocols is required. A deep understanding of 3GPP specifications is essential. ORAN specifications exposure is good to have. The candidate will be responsible for proposing solutions for new customer product requirements or system issues, defining and maintaining technical specifications for LTE and NR system features in Airspan gNB and eNB Products Portfolio. Job description: Strong, in-depth understanding of 3GPP standards, with the ability to interpret and apply technical specifications across LTE and 5G NR systems. Both TDD and FDD. Strong hands-on experience with control plane and data plane technologies including protocol and procedures involved in design and implementation of CU and DU software. Experience with Network Management Protocols SNMP, TR-069, Netconf, and Sysrepo, YANG, RESTful APIs. Proficiency in scripting and simulation, with hands-on experience in Shell scripting and Python for log analysis, algorithm verification, stubs, and validators. Preference to experience with Matlab/Simulink for system-level modeling, algorithm validation, and performance simulations. Exposure to Log and Trace tools (QXDM, Wireshark, Temps, Amrisoft, Aeroflex TM500) Exposure to cloud-native technologies, including Kubernetes (K8s), Docker, and Docker Compose, with an understanding of containerization in both monolithic and microservices architectures. Familiarity with x86, MIPS, ARM processor architectures, including system-level performance considerations and optimization. Strong analytical and debugging skills. Unambiguous technical drafting skills. Experience in drafting Approach Documents, Design Documents and System Requirement Specification. Strong communication and presentation skills. Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to resolving complex problems. Capable of working independently in a dynamic and cross-functional environment. Required Qualifications: Master or Bachelor degree in Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, or a related field. 10 15 years of experience in Wireless System Engineering, with a strong foundation in LTE and 5G NR technologies 3GPP Knowledge. Candidates with backgrounds in protocol development, protocol stack testing, or RAN feature validation are also encouraged to apply, provided they bring a solution-oriented mindset aligned with system engineering responsibilities and leadership demands. Person Specification: Good level of English Service Oriented Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Problem solver, proactive and efficient Self-learning capabilities Why Join Us?: At Airspan, you ll work in an environment that values flexibility and innovation. Whether you re an experienced professional or looking to grow your career, you ll be joining a team that prioritizes collaboration and creativity. Be part of a company with a global reach, a strong track record, and an exciting vision for the future of wireless connectivity. Apply today and help us drive the future of telecommunications!
At Airspan, we re on the cutting edge of 4G and 5G RAN software and hardware development, creating innovative solutions that drive the future of wireless connectivity. With over a million cells deployed worldwide, our disruptive Open RAN platform is transforming carrier networks and critical infrastructure across the globe. Airspan is more than just a workplace; it s a launchpad for your career. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation, ensuring a bright future for both our company and our employees. Our greatest strength lies in our people a team of brilliant minds from diverse backgrounds working together to achieve extraordinary results. With offices in the USA, UK, India, Colombia, Poland, Japan, and Israel, Airspan offers a global working environment that values collaboration, creativity, and excellence. Whether you re based in one of our offices or working remotely, you ll be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of connectivity. About the Role: We are seeking a Lead System Engineer with deep expertise in O-RAN architecture and cloud-native RAN systems. The candidate will be responsible for proposing solutions for new customer product requirements or system issues, defining and maintaining technical specifications for O-CU, O-DU, RIC, SMO, and O-Cloud layers in Airspan Products Portfolio. The role will collaborate with PLM and Architects to drive interoperability, intelligence, and scalability in next generation O-RAN deployments. Job description: Define and maintain O-RAN compliant system requirements across Near-RT RIC, Non-RT RIC, SMO, O-CU/O-DU, and O-RU. Interpret and apply specifications across CUS-Plane, M-Plane, A1, E2, O1, and O2 interfaces. Define and validate xApps and rApps. Knowledge of CUS-Plane (Split 7.2x) and M-Plane management. Drive system-level feature alignment and end-to-end call flow definition. Define NetConf/YANG models for FCAPS. Integrate telemetry, alarms, KPIs, and trace features into RAN observability frameworks. Drive interface definitions with SMO and orchestration platforms to ensure resource-aware deployments. Strong, in-depth understanding of 3GPP standards, with the ability to interpret and apply technical specifications across LTE and 5G NR systems (TDD and FDD). Experience in microservices-based, stateless, cloud-native architecture definitions, considering auto-scaling and deployment elasticity. Exposure to cloud-native technologies, including Kubernetes (K8s), Docker, and Docker Compose, with an understanding of containerization in both monolithic and microservices architectures. Exposure to private, public, or hybrid cloud environments. Familiar with open-source platforms such as OSC RIC, ONAP, and O-RAN SC, with participation in relevant software communities. Candidates with active participation in O-RAN Alliance discussions and contributions to open-source initiatives are preferred. Lead O-RAN related PoC and benchmarking initiatives. Defined product direction through architecture reviews, platform evaluations, and technical strategy sessions. Experience with network management protocols including SNMP, TR-069, Netconf, Sysrepo, YANG, and RESTful APIs. Proficiency in scripting and simulation, with hands-on experience in Shell scripting and Python for log analysis, algorithm verification, stubs, and validators. Airspan Networks India Job Description Job Title Lead System Engineer Job Category ORAN and O-Cloud Department System Engineering Based Bangalore Preference for experience with MATLAB/Simulink for system-level modeling, algorithm validation, and performance simulations. Exposure to log and trace tools such as QXDM, Wireshark, TEMS, Amarisoft, and Aeroflex TM500. Familiarity with x86, MIPS, and ARM processor architectures, including system-level performance considerations and optimization. Strong analytical and debugging skills. Unambiguous technical drafting skills, with experience in creating Approach Documents, Design Documents, and System Requirement Specifications. Strong communication and presentation skills. Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to resolving complex problems. Capable of working independently in a dynamic and cross-functional environment. Required Qualifications: Master or Bachelor degree in Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, or a related field. 10 15 years of experience in Wireless System Engineering, with a strong foundation in LTE and 5G NR technologies with ORAN and 3GPP Knowledge. Candidates with backgrounds in protocol development, protocol stack testing, or RAN feature validation are also encouraged to apply, provided they bring a solution-oriented mindset aligned with system engineering responsibilities and leadership demands. Person Specification: Good level of English Service Oriented Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Problem solver, proactive and efficient Self-learning capabilities Why Join Us?: At Airspan, you ll work in an environment that values flexibility and innovation. Whether you re an experienced professional or looking to grow your career, you ll be joining a team that prioritizes collaboration and creativity. Be part of a company with a global reach, a strong track record, and an exciting vision for the future of wireless connectivity. Apply today and help us drive the future of telecommunications!
As a Team Lead/Senior System Verifications Engineer at Airspan in Bangalore, India, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of our groundbreaking software and hardware solutions for 5G networks and Open RAN interoperability with other vendors. With a focus on delivering top-notch solutions to Tier 1 mobile network operators worldwide, Airspan is at the forefront of revolutionizing the telecommunications industry. Your main responsibilities will include creating high-quality test plans based on functional requirements, executing test cases with a deep understanding of customer-based deployments, and identifying and reporting defects effectively. You will also be required to debug and reproduce customer issues in the testing lab, utilizing your knowledge of 4G/5G wireless technologies and NMS/EMS deployments. To excel in this role, you should possess expertise in requirements, test, and defect management tools such as JIRA and Confluence, as well as familiarity with scripting and automation suites like Robot and Selenium. A solid understanding of testing life cycles, including both waterfall and Agile methodologies, is essential for success in this position. Key responsibilities will involve preparing and reviewing test plans with key stakeholders, executing tests, providing status updates and reports regularly, and collaborating with project managers and architects to ensure comprehensive functional testing. You will also be responsible for conducting end-to-end testing of Airspan NMS products and actively participating in defect discussions and triage processes. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Computer Science, Electronics and Communication Engineering, or MCA from a reputable institution, along with a minimum of 12-15 years of relevant experience in NMS/EMS application testing within the wireless telecom domain. Proficiency in scripting, Python programming, writing SQL queries, and using tools like JIRA are key requirements for this role. As a person, you should be capable of working both independently and as part of a team, handling multiple assignments simultaneously. Your ability to adapt quickly to the team's culture and your collaborative nature will be essential in driving the success of our projects.,
As a Software Developer for 5G CU at Airspan, you will be responsible for designing and developing innovative products and features on a virtualized architecture, with a focus on 5G-CU. Your role will involve integrating CU with other parts of our products, debugging and fixing customer issues, and working in an Agile system. You will collaborate closely with System Engineers, Architects, and other R&D teams to ensure the successful delivery of our 5G solutions. To excel in this role, you should possess good knowledge and experience in developing 5G-CU systems such as CUCP, CUUP, NGAP, XnAP, E1AP, F1AP, RRC, and PDCP. Additionally, familiarity with developing 4G systems (Layer 3) including RRC, PDCP, S1AP, X2AP, and NRT is required. Knowledge of E1AP, F1AP 3GPP Specifications and working knowledge of C/C++ are essential. Experience with 4G/5G Layer 3 Procedures like Handover, Measurements, Re-Establishment, and Mobility will be advantageous. You should have good programming and debugging skills on Linux-based targets, a solid understanding of IPC, Process, Threads, and Multithreading Concepts. Familiarity with Kubernetes, Pods, and Dockers will be a plus. Being a good team player with excellent communication skills is crucial for effective collaboration with your peers. The ideal candidate for this position must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrate a strong sense of teamwork, and possess a high level of responsibility and self-motivation. Diligence in producing documentation and facilitating knowledge sharing with team members is essential for the success of this role. This is a full-time position based in Bengaluru, offering an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team at the forefront of 5G technology innovation.,