About this opportunity
Prodapt lists this Senior Protocol engineer opportunity in sunnyvale, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Prodapt is a global technology company and the largest specialized player in the Connectedness industry. As an AI-first strategic partner, Prodapt provides consulting, business transformation, and managed services to top telecom and tech enterprises. Prodapt ASIC Services is a leading provider of SoC ASIC/FPGA and Embedded Software services . We offer turnkey solutions, Offshore Design Centers (ODCs), and staff augmentation across key areas like RTL Design, UVM Verification, Emulation, FPGA Validation, DFT, RTL-to-GDSII, Physical Design, Mask Layout, and Silicon Bring-up. Our embedded services include firmware, device drivers, RTOS porting, and board bring-up . A “Great Place To Work® Certified™” company, Prodapt employs over 6,000 technology and domain experts in 30+ countries. Prodapt is part of the 130-year-old business conglomerate The Jhaver Group, which employs over 32,000 people across 80+ locations globally.
Prodapt is seeking a highly skilled 5G Protocol & Certification Engineer to focus on the signaling and functional verification of cutting-edge mobile devices, ensuring they meet stringent carrier and emergency service requirements. In this role, you will develop and execute protocol test plans, perform deep-dive modem log analysis, and collaborate closely with OEM and network teams to drive certification closure on complex 5G features in Fremont/Sunnyvale, CA onsite role
Role and Responsibilities
Develop and execute comprehensive protocol verification plans for 5G/LTE designs, including defining test strategies for E911, RTT, and LPPe/PIDF-LO protocol
Design, develop, and maintain test environments using Keysight, Rohde & Schwarz, or Spire nt simulators to verify 5G functionality, mobility, and IMS feature
Create complex test scenarios and test cases to achieve comprehensiv e Carrier Certificati on (AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile) and 3GPP standards compliance
Analyze modem logs and regression results, debug complex signaling issues using QXDM, QCAT, and Wiresha rk, identify root causes, and drive bug resolution
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Modem SW, Architecture, and Carrier Labs, to align verification efforts with project milestone
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for verification plans, test cases, and results to support traceability and final device approval
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; or equivalent practical experience
10+ years of industry experience with a Bachelor’s, or 8+ years with a Master’s in relevant domains of 5G/LTE/Modem development or validation
5+ years of hands-on experience in 5G Protocol Verification or closely related Modem/Signaling subsystem verification
Strong proficiency in 3GPP Standa rds (Rel 15/16) and IMS Signaling for block-level and/or system-level verification
Experience with industry-standard protocol tools (QXDM, QCAT, Wireshark, ADB) and coverage-driven certification flows
Proficiency with scripting languages such as Python for automation, regression management, and data analysis
Demonstrated strength in modem debugging, root-cause analysis, and driving verification closure for E911/Location Services
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment
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Worksite address
sunnyvale, CA, 94087, US
Who can apply
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