Job Summary

As a Cellular Protocol Engineer at Telit Cinterion, you will play a role in developing cellular modem features across 4G, 5G, and future technologies. Reporting to the SW Team Manager, your responsibilities include protocol stack analysis, feature implementation, and issue debugging across various cellular network scenarios. and required to support certification for industrial and carrier IoT. Strong collaboration closely with cross-functional teams, including RF, software, and solution providers, contributing to the stability and performance of Telit’s wireless modem solutions. This role offers opportunities for technical growth in wireless communication standards and operator certification processes. 

Objectives & Responsibilities

• Develop and manage protocol-level APIs to support mobile network connectivity and feature enablement based on the solution provider.
• Implement customer-specific features based on a deep understanding of cellular technologies and 3GPP standards.
• Analyze interoperability issues between our modules and mobile networks using protocol logs and standards-based knowledge; coordinate with solution providers and customer support teams to resolve them.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
• Ensure protocol software quality through log analysis, debugging, and performance tuning.
• Review and interpret network operator requirements to ensure compliance with certification standards.
• Coordinate testing scope and schedules with third-party labs and network operators.
• Analyze UE and TE logs to identify root causes of failed test cases; communicate findings with test labs, operators, and chipset vendors to drive resolution.
• Review test results and maintain communication with test labs and operators throughout the certification process.
• Finalize and validate certification reports and documentation upon completion of testing.

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Wireless Communication Technology
• Experience: Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience in cellular protocol development, and debugging (e.g., LTE, NR/5G)
• Proven track record in C/C++ programming for embedded systems or modem software
• Deep understanding of 3GPP specifications and cellular stack layers (L1/L2/L3)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in cellular network environment
• Experience with protocol log analysis tools (e.g., QXDM, Wireshark, etc.) is a plus
• Ability to travel internationally without restrictions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on working on cellular device certifications
• Prior experience with QCT chipsets
• Familiarity with RTOS, Embedded Linux, Yocto Linux, and OpenWRT