About the Job:
The company is a leader in the development of innovative secure communication products and solutions for governments and businesses. As part of the Space & Cyber Technologies cluster at EDGE, the company delivers robust, secure, end-to-end solutions in an environment where cyber risks are a constant threat. The organization focuses on four core business units: Networks, Ultra Secure Mobile Devices, Applications, and Satellite Communications.
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The ideal candidate will lead the design and development of complex 5G software solutions, providing technical expertise and contributing to the overall success of the software development team. The Principal 5G Software Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to architectural decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and development of scalable and high-performance 5G software solutions, including 5G NR Core Network (5GCN) and/or 5G NR Radio Access Network (5G RAN).
- Oversee the design and development of interworking functions between 5G and other systems, such as WiFi, legacy radio, and satellite.
- Contribute hands-on to coding, debugging, and testing complex software modules.
- Provide technical leadership in defining and evolving 5G software architecture.
- Collaborate with other teams to ensure architectural consistency across projects.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level software engineers.
- Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
- Drive innovation within the team by exploring new technologies and methodologies.
- Propose and implement improvements to existing processes and systems.
- Collaborate with product managers, hardware designers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements.
- Enforce coding standards, best practices, and quality assurance processes within the development team.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality and maintainable code.
- Lead and coordinate software development projects, ensuring adherence to project timelines and goals.
- Identify and address performance bottlenecks in software applications.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for software design, code, and technical processes.
Education and Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or related field.
- 8-12 years of relevant professional experience in software development, with more than 5 years in 5G Core and/or RAN Software development.
Key Skills:
- Proficiency in programming languages and technologies.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and leadership abilities.
Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time
