Job Description –4G/5G Layer 2 (MAC/RLC/PDCP) Engineer
Position
4G/5G Layer 2 (MAC/RLC/PDCP) Engineer
Experience
3–8 Years
Location
Bangalore / Chennai
Role Summary
We are looking for a talented 4G/5G Layer 2 (L2) Engineerto develop, enhance, and optimize the Medium Access Control (MAC), Radio Link Control (RLC), and Packet Data Convergence Protocol (PDCP) layers for LTE and 5G NR Radio Access Network (RAN) solutions. The role involves implementing Layer 2 features, optimizing scheduling and resource allocation, integrating with Layer 1 and Layer 3, and ensuring high-performance, standards-compliant RAN software.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimize MAC, RLC, and PDCPprotocol stack features for LTE and 5G NR.
Develop and enhance MAC scheduling, radio resource allocation, QoS handling, and traffic management.
Implement Layer 2 procedures, including segmentation, reassembly, retransmissions (ARQ), buffering, and flow control.
Integrate Layer 2 functionalities with Layer 1 (PHY) and Layer 3 (RRC) components.
Analyze and resolve protocol, performance, and interoperability issues through debugging and root cause analysis.
Collaborate with system integration, testing, and cross-functional R&D teams to deliver robust and scalable software.
Ensure compliance with 3GPP LTE and 5G NRspecifications.
Required Skills
Strong programming skills in C/C++.
Solid understanding of MAC, RLC, and PDCPprotocols in LTE and 5G NR.
Experience with MAC scheduling, resource allocation, QoS management, and protocol optimization.
Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and protocol analysis skills.
Good knowledge of 3GPP LTE and 5G NRstandards.
Experience working in a Linuxdevelopment environment.
Tools & Technologies
Telecom debugging and protocol analysis tools
Protocol analyzers and log analysis tools
Linux debugging tools (GDB, Wireshark, etc.)
Lab test setups and network simulators
Version control systems (Git preferred)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with eNodeB (eNB)or gNodeB (gNB)Layer 2 software development.
Job Description –4G/5G Layer 2 (MAC/RLC/PDCP) Engineer
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Experience with eNodeB (eNB)or gNodeB (gNB)Layer 2 software development.
Exposure to vRAN, cloud-native RAN, or virtualized network functions.
Understanding of Layer 1 (PHY) and Layer 3 (RRC) interactions.
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and software performance optimization.
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Desired Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent debugging and performance optimization capabilities.
Good communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced product development environment.
