RAN Optimization Engineer - Hybrid Role (5G/LTE)

Placements24; Lorenziberg; Hybrid; EUR 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled RAN Optimization Engineer to join a major telecom operator in a hybrid role. The successful candidate will analyze network performance across 2G/3G/4G/5G, design optimization strategies and perform field drive tests to improve coverage and QoS.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications and at least 4 years of RAN experience, with strong RF knowledge and proficiency in TEMS/WindCatcher.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in RAN optimization and performance analysis.
• Strong knowledge of GSM, UMTS, LTE and 5G NR; proficiency with TEMS/WindCatcher.

Responsibilities

• Analyze RAN performance data, KPIs and reports to identify degradation and optimization opportunities.
• Develop and implement optimization strategies to improve network capacity, coverage and QoS.
• Perform drive tests and analyze results to assess network performance in the field.
• Troubleshoot and resolve RAN-related issues including interference, dropped calls and data throughput problems.
• Configure and tune RAN parameters to enhance network performance and user experience.
• Coordinate with planning and operations to align optimization with expansion and maintenance.
• Stay current with new RAN technologies and trends and recommend adoption where beneficial.
• Document optimization plans, actions taken and results achieved.
• Participate in team meetings to share findings and coordinate optimization activities.
• Ensure compliance with network design guidelines and procedures.

Skills

RAN optimization

Performance analysis

Drive test analysis

RF engineering

Antenna theory

KPI analysis

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering / Telecommunications or related field

Tools

TEMS

WindCatcher

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled RAN Optimization Engineer to join a major telecom operator in a hybrid role. The successful candidate will analyze network performance across 2G/3G/4G/5G, design optimization strategies and perform field drive tests to improve coverage and QoS.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications and at least 4 years of RAN experience, with strong RF knowledge and proficiency in TEMS/WindCatcher.