Senior Software Engineer for Stack for 5G/NR at Parallel Wireless

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
TelecommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in 5G/NR and LTE protocol stack development
  • Strong knowledge of 3GPP standards and O-RAN specifications
  • Expertise in C, C++ programming, and software architecture design
  • Deep understanding of Linux OS internals, Ethernet, TCP/IP, UDP, and multi-threading
  • Hands-on experience with debugging tools such as GDB, QXDM, TM500, and QCAT
  • Proven log analysis and troubleshooting skills in complex telecom environments
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop new gNB features within the 5G/NR and LTE protocol stack (MAC, RLC, PDCP, RRC layers)
  • Author system specifications, design documents, and unit test plans
  • Take ownership of assigned features and deliver them in collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Perform end-to-end debugging, troubleshooting, and issue resolution for QA and field-reported problems
  • Work on telecom interfaces including FAPI, F1 (DU–CU), S1 (BBU–EPC), and CU E1
  • Ensure solutions align with best-practice software engineering processes, including version control, CI/CD, and release cycles

Skills

C
C++
Linux
3GPP
O-RAN
MAC
RLC
PDCP
RRC
FAPI
F1
S1
E1
GDB
QXDM
TM500
QCAM
TCP/IP
UDP
multi-threading
CI/CD

Parallel Wireless

Provides 5G wireless infrastructure solutions

About Parallel Wireless

Parallel Wireless provides wireless infrastructure solutions focused on the 5G market, utilizing OpenRAN technology to create open and interoperable mobile networks. Their products help clients like mobile network operators and governments reduce the complexity and cost of deploying and maintaining wireless networks. By offering both hardware and software components, Parallel Wireless enables flexible and scalable network designs that can adapt to changing demands. The company's goal is to lead the telecommunications industry towards more accessible and affordable 5G solutions.

Nashua, New HampshireHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$1.8MTotal Funding
CONVERTIBLECompany Stage
Hardware, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits - Our benefits are competitive and designed to foster and encourage good health, peace of mind, and long- term financial security for our team members around the globe.
Growth and lifestyle - We support you with everything from flexible/remote working arrangements, a comprehensive global mobility program to support your career growth, and paid time off so you have time to rest and recharge!

Risks

Competition from SUSE's ATIP 3.0 could challenge Parallel Wireless's market position.
Standardized solutions from Project Sylva may overshadow Parallel Wireless's offerings.
Dependency on larger partners could limit control over project outcomes and timelines.

Differentiation

Parallel Wireless leverages OpenRAN to make 5G more accessible and affordable.
The company offers software-defined, cloud-native architectures for flexible, scalable networks.
Parallel Wireless collaborates with OpenRAN ecosystem partners for innovative wireless solutions.

Upsides

Increased OpenRAN adoption by major telecom operators boosts Parallel Wireless's market opportunities.
Successful 5G SA pilot with Cellcom in Israel enhances Parallel Wireless's market reputation.
Partnerships with companies like Juniper Networks highlight growing interest in OpenRAN solutions.

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