[Remote] Princ Engr-Network Design

October 7, 2026

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Verizon is a telecommunications company that connects people and businesses through communications networks. The Principal Engineer, Network Design will support post-GA core network performance for LTE Evolved Packet Core and 5G standalone core networks by monitoring KPIs, analyzing data, optimizing network performance, and resolving customer-impacting issues. The role also supports network projects, troubleshooting, automation, standardization, and team mentoring.

Responsibilities

Identifying, documenting, and investigating KPI anomalies impacting the user experience and overall performance of the core network from cell site to the Internet
Performing big data analysis and visualization to provide new business insights to improve the customer experience
Participating in the planning, testing, and integration phases of various projects to upgrade, redesign, and integrate new and existing services
Researching and understanding the end-to-end network architecture and call flows from the UE to the Internet for all services including 4G LTE, VoLTE, NNI, and 5G NSA/SA
Utilizing various software tools to proactively identify, investigate, and resolve anomalies with various key performance indicators (KPIs), log messages, call flows, and raw packets
Improving the performance observability of the network and network functions in regards to accessibility, retainability, mobility, and integrity
Participating with team standardization efforts across the country for either tools, processes, or data analysis
Helping to mentor other team members by providing knowledge transfers and training
Providing support to our network assurance, network repair bureau, and regional RF system performance teams and assist troubleshooting urgent customer impacting issues
Exploring and developing new ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness through automation and process improvement
Working directly with Sub-markets on any customer or core KPI impacting issues
Notifying sub-markets for upcoming activity that may result in KPI impact
Helping analyze third party drive results
Participating in a high performing team environment focused on producing results and moving forward every day

Skills

Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience
Six or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training
An Engineering degree
Experience with IP networking or network software/programming, or equivalent detailed coursework in IP networking topics
Knowledge of 3GPP LTE and 5G NSA and SA network interfaces, network elements, and end-to-end call flows
Experience with deep packet inspection and raw packet collection and analysis
Experience with performance and network management tools such as SevOne,Netscout, Wireshark, Grafana, RTT, XLPT, Airwave etc
Experience with claude, gemini and other AI based tools

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Basic life insurance
Supplemental life insurance
AD&D insurance
Identity theft protection
Pet insurance
Group home and auto insurance
Matched 401(k) savings plan
Up to 8 company-paid holidays per year
Up to 6 personal days per year
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, and allowances, depending on the role
Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service
In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes working from home and a minimum of three days per week in the office, which will be set by your manager.

Company Overview

Verizon is a broadband and telecommunications company that provides information and entertainment services. It was founded in 1983, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is

Company H1B Sponsorship

Verizon has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2026, 7 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 6 in 2022, 6 in 2021, 8 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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