Modem Field Test
Engineer, LTE/UMTS/GSM - Contract (Frankfurt)
Ref Code: TestEng-20110328
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Executing
field tests on latest mobile phones (hardware platforms, prototypes, software).
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Tested
technologies: WCDMA, GSM/GPRS, LTE.
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Troubleshooting
/ analyzing issues, optimizing system performance.
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Collecting
Key Performance Indicators.
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Responsible
for reporting of results and issues.
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Inter-working
with a multi-discipline team (Software Development, System Design, Customer
Support, ASIC Design, RF Circuits and Hardware Design, etc.).
Additional Information:
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Location:
Frankfurt (Germany).
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Travelling:
the position will require travel in Europe approx. 75% of the time.
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Rate
/ Gross Salary: based on knowledge/experience.
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Start:
As soon as possible.
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Employment
Type: contract (6months, with possible extension).
The ideal candidate
will have:
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0-3
years experience in Field Testing or System Optimization role.
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Some
previous work experience in IT/telecom (part-time or full-time).
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Analytical
skills and basic end-to-end “technical feeling” for troubleshooting.
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Strong
computer skills (windows based OS – XP, Win7) – setup, configuration.
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Basic
knowledge of TCP/IP and networking (knowledge of wireshark
logging is a benefit).
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Exposure
in one or more of following areas:
1.
Understanding
of digital communications systems, RF propagation, wireless air interface,
telecommunications concepts
2.
Understanding
of Physical/MAC layers and Call Processing concepts in GSM/UMTS/LTE
3.
Understanding
of wire line and wireless data protocol stacks including PPP, IP, TCP, etc.
4.
Understanding
of software development and testing concepts for wireless handsets for various
air interface standards
5.
Familiarity
with air interface performance analysis, characterization and optimization
Personal
Characteristics:
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English
– fluent speaking/writing (documentation, emails, conversation).
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Strong
communication skills, must be an effective team player and be able to work
independently.
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Willing
to learn, ability to cope with changing requirements.
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Interest
in traveling, “easy-going” approach to changing environment and cultural
differences.
Academic Profile:
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A
degree in the Electronics, RF Engineering, Telecommunications, Radio
Communication, Networking, Computer Science or Physics
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