Senior Network Performance Engineer

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Verizon

Senior Network Performance Engineer

East Syracuse, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    When you join Verizon

    You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life.

    What you’ll be doing...

    We don’t wait for the future. We build it. We are calling for data driven candidates with strong data analytical and visualization backgrounds to join our Network Engineering team in the UPNY submarket. As a Senior Network Performance Engineer, you’ll be supporting some major projects that will transform our In-building (IB) cell sites, to improve network performance and customer experience. You’ll play a key role in making sure our customers continue to enjoy the crystal-clear connections and top-notch call performance that we’re known for.

    • Managing search area issuance, candidate assessment, and approvals.

    • Using internal tools to process regulatory compliance including RF Emission study evaluation, and E911 filings.

    • Working on new cell sites, making sure the site is properly integrated into the network and optimized for peak performance by setting up accurate CQs.

    • Performing in-building cell design, including antenna selection and placement, and issuing the correct RF Design Sheets (RFDS) to the Engineering teams.

    • Using knowledge of 5G and LTE technologies to contribute to network design.

    • Preparing timely FCC/FAA and FAS submissions.

    • Conducting data analysis of switch statistics and drive data by conducting drive/walk testing for potential sites, new site integration, and system optimization.

    • Maintaining database and tool accuracy to ensure proper reporting and execution.

    What we’re looking for...

    You’ll need to have:

    • Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience

    • Four or more years of relevant work experience.

    • Valid driver’s license.

    • Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.

    Even better if you have one or more of the following:

    • A degree.

    • Experience in LTE including VoLTE and RAN networks.

    • Troubleshooting and vendor management experience.

    If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.

    Where you’ll be working

    In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and a minimum eight assigned office days per month that will be set by your manager.

    Scheduled Weekly Hours

    40

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.

    Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefits, short term incentives, 401(k) Savings Plan, stock incentive programs, paid time off, parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.

    If you are hired into a California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maryland, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island, Washington or Washington, D.C. work location, the compensation range for this position is between $82,000.00 and $152,000.00 annually based on a full-time schedule. The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.

  • Industry
    Information Technology and Services
  • About Us

    You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely. We power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what matters most. If that inspires you, start the next chapter of your career here.