Technical Specialist Engineer - OpenRAN (Redmond, WA)

Fujitsu at a Glance

Fujitsu is a leading information and communication technology (ICT) company, headquartered in Japan, offering a full range of technology products, solutions, and services. Approximately 132,000 Fujitsu people support customers in more than 100 countries. We use our experience and the power of ICT to shape the future of society with our customers.

We are a corporate culture that places great value on the pursuit of new possibilities previously unimagined and brings them to fruition has been the foundation of the Fujitsu’s success since its inception.  In an increasingly competitive world, in which the pace of change continues to accelerate, Fujitsu must strive for continuous innovation. Each and every employee will rise to the challenge of creating new value amid changes in the management environment, technology, society and the marketplace. With a spirit of challenge, we are committed to the continuous creation of new value.  Fujitsu wants innovators like you!
Req ID:16164 

Fujitsu at a Glance

Fujitsu is a leading information and communication technology (ICT) company, headquartered in Japan, offering a full range of technology products, solutions, and services. Approximately 132,000 Fujitsu people support customers in more than 100 countries. We use our experience and the power of ICT to shape the future of society with our customers.

We are a corporate culture that places great value on the pursuit of new possibilities previously unimagined and brings them to fruition has been the foundation of the Fujitsu’s success since its inception.  In an increasingly competitive world, in which the pace of change continues to accelerate, Fujitsu must strive for continuous innovation. Each and every employee will rise to the challenge of creating new value amid changes in the management environment, technology, society and the marketplace. With a spirit of challenge, we are committed to the continuous creation of new value.  Fujitsu wants innovators like you!

If you possess the required qualifications and are passionate about contributing to the advancement of wireless technology, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Position Overview:

• We are seeking a resident Technical Specialist/Sales Engineer based in Redmond, WA or surrounding area to promote customer understanding and adoption of OpenRAN, 5G infrastructure, and Private 5G Solutions
• The ideal candidate will have Radio Product Support or Sales Engineer experience, with strong technical understanding of wireless mobile networks including 3GPP LTE 4G and 5G standards
• You will interface with clients and other OpenRAN vendors to identify business problems or needs and determine technical solutions, specifically utilizing extensive knowledge of Radio Access Network (RAN) components including Radio Units (RU) and Centralized Units (CU)/Distributed Units (DU)
• A typical day as a Technical Specialist Engineer will consist of multi-vendor hardware and software interop tests in a lab environment.   Deliverables include team collaboration to develop statements of work, test plans, and use case documents and producing value-add analysis
• In this position, you will report to Eric Strand, Manager of Technical Specialists
• As part of the Technical Specialists team, you will collaborate across functional departments including engineering, R&D, sales & marketing
• This position works for Fujitsu Network Communications and will be based at a customer location in Redmond, Washington
• Some sales/collaboration (less than 20%) travel outside of Washington will be required (For example: visits to Fujitsu labs in Richardson, TX)

Example Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver technical presentations and sales proposals explaining solutions and services to Customers and prospective Customers
• Perform interop tests and sales technical support for radio products at a customer lab environment, including troubleshooting and issue resolution for RAN equipment
• Confer with Customers and engineers to assess solution and system requirements
• Conduct test and validation of wireless protocols for RAN equipment using both commercial and prototype User Equipment (UEs)
• Collaborate with sales teams to understand Customer requirements and provide sales support
• Recommend improved processes to Customers, showing how changes will lower costs or improve technical and/or economic results
• Utilize a variety of tools and devices for testing and validation purposes
• Demonstrate system-level understanding and working knowledge of 4G/5G technologies
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in science and technology, including AI, networking, cloud computing, surveillance, virtualization, electronics circuits, and defense industry developments

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field
• Carrier technical sales or product support experience with RAN solutions, with a focus on wireless network design, deployment, optimization, and troubleshooting (5-10 years) 
• Experience working with 3GPP LTE 4G and 5G standards, including technical specifications and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of O-RAN fronthaul architecture and functional splits, with a focus on 7.2 CAT-A and 7.2 CAT-B configurations
• Proficiency in the call-flow process, including call establishment and teardown procedures
• Familiarity with over-the-air testing of LTE, LTE-A, 5G NR, CPE and UE
• Ability to analyze system logs, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), statistics, and performance issues to identify root causes and recommend solutions
• Experience in test and validation of wireless protocols
• Proficiency in using various tools and devices for testing purposes
• Ability to comprehend system-level concepts and apply them to practical scenarios
• Familiarity with a wide range of science and technology domains
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and internal teams

At Fujitsu, one of our corporate principles is "We respect human rights." This principle underpins our corporate and individual activities and guides the actions of every Fujitsu Group member. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.  By empowering people, we can unleash our collective strengths to create a better experience for our employees, our customers, and our partners.

Fujitsu salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. ​ It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each situation. The pay range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: specific skills, qualifications, experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. The pay range for this position is estimated at $107,856.00 to $154,080.00 USD. Additionally, this role may be eligible for a short-term incentive based on company results and individual performance.

As a technology company, Fujitsu recognizes that human resources are its most important capital. To create an environment where all employees can work positively and healthily, both in mind and body, we offer a full range of health, 401K, and other benefits.​

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

At Fujitsu, one of our corporate principles is "We respect human rights." This principle underpins our corporate and individual activities and guides the actions of every Fujitsu Group member. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.  By empowering people, we can unleash our collective strengths to create a better experience for our employees, our customers, and our partners.

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