- Nokia
- Dallas, TX
- Full-Time
- 33 days ago
5G gNB Layer 2 and Layer 3 Developer.
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5G gNB Layer 2 and Layer 3 Developer: our view in 3 lines...
- The Role:This role is for a 5G gNB L2/L3 developer focused on telecommunications protocol development.
- The Person:The person will develop and optimize 5G NR L2/L3 functions, implement scheduling and HARQ mechanisms, debug protocol stack behaviour, and integrate and test software with PHY and 5GC.
- Requirements:The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience in 5G NR or LTE RAN development, strong programming skills in C and C++, and experience with Wireshark, TShark, QXDM, RTOS, or the Linux kernel networking stack.
About the role
Join our Strategy and Technology Space Communication Solutions team as a 5G gNB Layer 2 and Layer 3 (L2/L3) Developer and play a pivotal role in advancing 5G technology! Collaborate closely with systems engineers, testers, and hardware teams in a hybrid work environment, tackling challenges in 5G NR L2/L3 development. You'll contribute to a forward-thinking team that drives innovative technology solutions, shaping the future of mobile communication. Enjoy a flexible work arrangement, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on groundbreaking projects that set new industry standards. Join us in creating lasting value in the world of telecommunications!
Responsibilities
- Develop and optimize 5G NR Layer 2/Layer 3 functionalities including MAC, RLC, PDCP, RRC, and NGAP.
- Implement advanced L2 scheduling algorithms, HARQ mechanisms, and efficient buffer management.
- Collaborate on the development of UE and gNB L2/L3 stacks, ensuring robust protocol compliance and performance.
- Optimize network performance by enhancing throughput, reducing latency, and improving handover processes.
- Debug and troubleshoot protocol stack behaviors using logs and advanced tracing tools.
- Integrate and test L2/L3 software with the physical layer (PHY) and core network (5GC) to ensure seamless operations.
Qualifications
You have:
- 3+ years of experience in 5G NR or LTE RAN development (L2/L3)
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
- Strong programming skills in C, C++, and experience with multi-threaded and real-time systems.
- Deep understanding of MAC, RLC, PDCP, RRC, NGAP protocols.
- Experience with L2 scheduling, HARQ, QoS, and mobility management.
- Familiarity with 3GPP (Rel-15 and later) specifications.
- Strong debugging skills with tools like Wireshark, TShark, QXDM, or similar.
- Experience in real-time OS (RTOS) or Linux kernel networking stack.
It would be nice if you also had:
- Knowledge of DPDK, VPP, or other high-performance packet processing frameworks is a plus.
- Experience in O-RAN, Open RAN, or vRAN architectures is a plus.