Company SummaryDISH, an EchoStar Company, has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products, and now we are building America’s First Smart Network™.Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.Department SummarySurpassing network limitations of the past, our Wireless Deployment organization is building the country’s first cloud-native, standalone 5G wireless network. This is the foundation of a connected world flexible enough to satisfy all the social, economic and transformative needs of today and the future.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Capacity Planning Engineer will support the strategic planning and execution of network capacity initiatives. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement capacity planning strategies, optimize network performance, and contribute to the advancement of 5G and open RAN technologies.Key Responsibilities:In this role, you will:
Develop and implement capacity planning strategies across network domains, aligning with organizational goals.
Create an end-to-end capacity planning model to analyze traffic flow, forecasts, capacity limits, and breakpoints.
Design and execute capacity planning activities to optimize performance and meet demand.
Develop 5G open RAN capacity planning strategies, considering regional variations and market demands.
Develop algorithms and software tools for capacity planning to enhance decision-making.
Define RAN capacity thresholds with stakeholders to optimize resource utilization and reliability.
Skills, Experience and RequirementsAs a successful RAN Capacity Planning Engineer, you will have:Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, or Wireless Systems Engineering
8+ years of experience in end-to-end network planning and operational activities
Skills and Qualifications:
Knowledge of radio access technologies, wireless spectrum, and network architectures
Expertise in RAN, Core, IP Network, and cloud computing implementation
Understanding of network benchmarking approaches, automation techniques, and OSS systems
Proficiency in data analytics/business intelligence (PowerBI, Tableau) and AWS (Redshift, Athena, Quicksight, Cloud)
Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and collaborative skills in a cross-functional team environment
Experience with Python and advanced technologies like 5G NR, Open RAN, Virtual RAN, and Cloud RAN
Salary RangesCompensation: $110,100.00/Year - $180,900.00/YearBenefitsWe offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check.The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We are a true merit-based organization and work hard so there are no artificial barriers to one's potential success. DISH is committed to a workforce where everyone's opportunities are limitless.Consistent with this commitment, DISH will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to the employee or others, or is otherwise not required by law.