Senior 5G RF Test Engineer - Python & 3GPP Specifications
Design, implement, and maintain automated test systems for 5G RF and wireless communication products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable verification and validation. Develop modular, scalable test frameworks in Python.
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Key Responsibilities
Technical Skills Required
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Job Description
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Hours: Full time, 2 days per week on site as a minimum.
About The Company
- They are a pioneering UK technology company delivering high-performance physical layer solutions for 5G and next‑generation wireless networks, with a particular focus on Non‑Terrestrial Networks (NTN) such as satellite communications
- Founded in 2016, the company combines world leading research with real deployment exercise to solve challenges in connectivity
- Specialises in advanced signal processing and error resilient physical layer
- They are the forefront of the convergence between terrestrial and satellite communications—helping to enable truly global, always‑on connectivity
- Employees are innovative and have access to the latest tools and technologies to contribute to the high performance of the company
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- Develop automated test systems — Build modular, scalable test frameworks (primarily in Python, with some C/C++) for 5G RF and digital interface environments
- Deliver 3GPP‑aligned testing — Implement and execute tests across 5G/6G domains using automated tools and custom platforms
- Capture and translate requirements — Work with product and development teams to define test requirements and convert them into test architectures and scripts
- Integrate test systems — Ensure development, integration, and system‑level tests operate consistently across all components and products
- Develop digital interface test capability — Build test solutions for emerging high‑speed digital interfaces and associated challenges
- Produce technical documentation — Create clear user guides, architecture descriptions, design specifications, and test procedures as part of deliverables
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- RF Test proficiency – Being able to configure the test equipment
- 5G/6G knowledge- understand 3GPP specifications, Wireless systems architecture and RF Behaviour
- Automation experience — Builds automated test workflows, including remote operation, logging, and reproducibility
- System level thinking — Derives test requirements from architecture diagrams and specifications
- Technical communication — Produces clear documentation and explains technical concepts to internal teams and customers
- Python development — Writes modular, well-structured Python code suitable for automated test systems; able to complete a short coding exercise
- Problem solving — Diagnoses issues using data, logs, and measurements; proposes structured solutions
- Qualifications: HNC or Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Wireless Communications, or High‑Frequency Technology
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The 1st stage will be a 30-minute call with the hiring manager, then the 2nd stage will be on site for more in depth questions and a tour.
How To Apply
If you are interested, please email with your updated CV and a time that’s best to call you or Ella Atkinson on 01184675779.
Please note that sponsorship will be available for candidates who are an exceptional fit to the role.
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