Senior 5G RAN Software Engineer

Staff Engineer, 5G, ,C++, Linux

Company Description

👋🏼We're Nagarro.

We are a Digital Product Engineering company that is scaling in a big way! We build products, services, and experiences that inspire, excite, and delight. We work at scale across all devices and digital mediums, and our people exist everywhere in the world (18,500+ experts across 40 countries, to be exact). Our work culture is dynamic and non-hierarchical. We're looking for great new colleagues. That's where you come in!

Job Description

REQUIREMENTS:

• Total experience 5.5+ years.
• Strong expertise in 5G NR architecture, including DU/CU split, functional splits (Option 7.2x), and 3GPP Release 15/16/17 standards.
• Hands-on experience in Layer 2 protocol development (Scheduler, MAC, RLC), including HARQ, ARQ, RRM strategies, and DL/UL data flow.
• Strong C/C++ development skills and experience in Linux-based systems (Must Have).
• Good understanding of PHY/FAPI (Fronthaul) interfaces and 5G RAN architecture.
• Experience with Git, Jenkins, JIRA, and CI/CD development practices.
• Expertise in debugging and troubleshooting complex software issues using tools such as GDB, Wireshark, QXDM, and QCAT.
• Knowledge of advanced 5G features such as NTN, RedCap, FR2, Massive MIMO, and telecom test tools/UE simulators is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, and integrate 5G RAN Layer 2 components with a focus on performance and scalability.
• Implement and enhance MAC, RLC, and Scheduler functionalities aligned with 3GPP standards.
• Participate in end-to-end feature development, integration, validation, and deployment activities.
• Analyze and optimize system performance for throughput, latency, and reliability.
• Investigate, debug, and resolve complex interoperability and field issues.
• Collaborate with PHY, RRC, Core Network, O-RAN, and testing teams to deliver robust 5G solutions.
• Contribute to code reviews, technical discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support CI/CD adoption and maintain high-quality development practices.
• Work with product and engineering teams to deliver innovative 5G RAN features and enhancements.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related fields

Experience Level

Senior Level