
Optimization Engineer
About the role
Perform root-cause analysis and resolve network performance issues and outages Prepare proposals, optimization plans, and performance reports Support feature rollouts, refarming, upgrades, and integration projects Ensure compliance with operational processes and support on-call activities Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related field Minimum 5+ years of hands-on RAN experience in vendor or operator environments Strong experience in RAN design, optimization, and performance management Solid understanding of radio concepts, air interface technologies, and signaling Hands-on experience with RAN tuning, neighbor relations, and handover optimization Familiarity with RF planning and drive-test tools (Atoll, TEMS, Actix, Nemo) Knowledge of 5G (NR, EN-DC, SA/NSA, MIMO) and multi-technology environments Data analysis and automation skills (Python, SQL, Excel) are a plus Strong stakeholder management, communication, and consultative skills Customer-focused mindset with ability to manage multiple priorities The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next. What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. learn more. Primary country and city: South Africa (ZA) || Woodmead Req ID: 783025
Required skills
RAN optimization
Root cause analysis
Performance management
Drive-test tools
Radio concepts
Stakeholder management
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