Manager - Zonal Field Engineer

Vodafone Idea Limited; Dehradun; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Vodafone Idea Limited is seeking a TM – Zonal RF Engineer to support the Network Quality function by analyzing KPIs to improve voice and data experience. The role requires hands-on optimization across 2G/3G/4G/VoLTE/5G on Nokia systems and collaboration with RAN teams.

You will analyze drive-test data, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and prepare network quality reports while supporting TRAI/DoT audits. Based in Pauri with a focus on improving customer experience.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot network KPI degradation and customer issues.
• Excellent domain knowledge in radio network parameters and optimization (2G/3G/4G/VoLTE/5G).
• Hands-on with drive-test and post-processing tools such as NEMO, TEMS, AZQ.

Responsibilities

• Analyse KPI statistics and monitor the network for troubleshooting daily.
• Support RF drive tests and optimization of sites, clusters, towns, highways, and routes.
• Troubleshoot worst-performing cells and propose actions to improve network performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional coordination

Education

B.Tech in Electronics and Telecommunications

Tools

NEMO

TEMS

AZQ

Job description

Job Description:

Vodafone Idea Limited is an Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group partnership. It is India’s leading telecom service provider. The Company provides pan India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G and 4G platform. With the large spectrum portfolio to support the growing demand for data and voice, the company is committed to deliver delightful customer experiences and contribute towards creating a truly ‘Digital India’ by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow. The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence. The Company is listed on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.

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Role

TM – Zonal RF Engineer

Job Level/ Designation

M1

Function / Department

Technology/Quality

Location

Pauri

Hiring Manager

Himanshu Nigam

Job Purpose

• This role is responsible for supporting the Network Quality function by effectively analysing KPIs for improving Network Performance, Optimization and Experience management to provide superior Voice and Data experience to the customer

Key Result Areas/Accountabilities

• Analysing the KPI's (key performance indicators) statistics and monitoring the network for troubleshooting on daily basis.
• Conducting and Supporting RF drive test optimization of new/existing sites/Cluster/Towns/Highways/Rail routes.
• Troubleshooting of worst-performing cells. Analysis of counters and monitoring KPI trend to pinpoint exact issues.
• Perform in-depth analysis of performance E2E KPIs. Propose technology actions to improve Network performance and CXX
• Coordination with RAN team in sharing analysis and supporting them in experience improvement initiatives
• Good understanding of hardware (Nokia) from network design prospective
• Provide network optimization analysis and recommendations using a combination of drive data and network statistics
• Assisting TRAI/DOT in RF network audit & preparing required network quality reports and conduct IDT/OADT TRAI/TERM cell drive test.
• Customer complain analysis and resolution in sync with all stakeholders(internal/external)
• SCFT report preparation and daily KPI troubleshooting and optimization through Groundhog.

Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience

• In-depth technical knowledge in radio network parameters & optimization (2G/3G/4G/VoLTE/5G) on Nokia system
• Excellent domain knowledge and on- field optimization experience
• Hands on experience with DT/Post processing tools like NEMO, TEMS, AZQ etc
• Very good analytical skills to trouble shoot network quality KPI degradation/ customer complaints, Innovative, Ambitious and competitive, Calculated risk taking & task oriented
• Self-motivated and ability to work under pressure and having very good cross functional co-ordination
• Depth analysis for L2 & L3 layer data
• Transmission trouble shooting and understanding of core network.

Must Have Technical / Professional Qualifications

• B.Tech in Electronics and Telecommunications with 7+ years of experience

Vodafone Idea Limited

(formerly Idea Cellular Limited)

An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership

Requirements