Rf Planning And Optimization Engineer

Persistent; Pune District, Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Talent development

Flexible hours

Health check-ups

Insurance coverage

Job summary

Persistent is seeking an experienced RF Planning & Optimization Engineer in Pune/Bengaluru to design, analyze, and optimize 4G LTE and 5G NR networks using ATOLL, Planet, and iBwave.

You will lead coverage and capacity projects, perform link-budget calculations, develop PCI and frequency plans, and collaborate with product teams to drive performance improvements.

The ideal candidate has 8–12 years in RF planning, strong knowledge of Massive MIMO, SON concepts, and hands-on tool experience.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of RF planning and optimization experience in LTE/5G networks.
• Hands-on with propagation modeling and link-budget analysis.
• Strong knowledge of Massive MIMO, SON, MRO/MLB/RLF.
• Experience using ATOLL, Planet, iBwave for planning.
• Excellent problem solving and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform RF planning, design, and optimization for 4G LTE and 5G NR to meet coverage and capacity targets.
• Analyze RF performance, troubleshoot interference, mobility, and capacity constraints.
• Conduct link budget modeling and propagation analyses using industry tools.
• Develop PCI and frequency plans and optimize neighbor relations.
• Support scenario planning, traffic analysis, and Monte Carlo simulations.
• Investigate customer-reported issues and validate fixes in RF environments.
• Perform interference analysis to optimize spectrum use.
• Collaborate with product, QA, and support teams to improve workflows.
• Maintain site databases and frequency data for planning accuracy.
• Participate in MRO/MLB/RLF optimization in SON-based workflows.
• Work with ATOLL, Planet, iBwave to validate designs and produce recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports and performance analyses for stakeholders.
• Stay updated on 5G NR, Massive MIMO, Beamforming and cloud planning solutions.

Skills

RF Planning

Propagation Modeling

Link Budget

Interference Analysis

Massive MIMO

Beamforming

MRO MLB RLF

Education

Bachelors in Electronics/Telecom

Tools

ATOLL

Planet

iBwave

Job description

About Position:

We are seeking an experienced RF Planning & Optimization Engineer to support the design, analysis, and optimization of 4G LTE and 5G NR networks. The role involves RF planning activities such as coverage and capacity analysis, propagation modeling, link-budget calculations, frequency planning, and interference troubleshooting using industry-standard tools like ATOLL, Planet, and iBwave. The ideal candidate will work closely with product development, QA, and customer teams to analyze network scenarios, validate solutions, and drive performance improvements. Strong knowledge of wireless technologies, Massive MIMO, SON concepts, and radio network optimization is essential for success in this role.

• Role: RF Planning & Optimization Engineer
• Location: Pune, Bengaluru
• Experience: 8 to 12 Years
• Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Perform RF planning, design, and optimization activities for 4G LTE and 5G NR networks to achieve targeted coverage, capacity, and quality objectives.
• Analyze and troubleshoot RF network performance issues, including coverage gaps, interference, mobility, and capacity constraints.
• Conduct link budget analysis, RF propagation modeling, coverage prediction, and capacity planning using industry-standard planning tools.
• Develop and optimize PCI plans, frequency plans, carrier allocation, and neighbor relations to improve network performance and user experience.
• Support coverage and capacity scenario planning, traffic analysis, and Monte Carlo simulations for network expansion and optimization projects.
• Investigate customer-reported issues, reproduce network scenarios, and validate software fixes within RF planning and optimization environments.
• Perform interference analysis and troubleshooting for LTE and 5G networks, ensuring optimal spectrum utilization.
• Execute handover parameter optimization, ANR validation, and mobility optimization activities to enhance network reliability and accessibility.
• Collaborate with Product Development, QA, Customer Support, and cross-functional teams to resolve complex technical issues and improve planning workflows.
• Analyze and maintain site databases, frequency planning data, geographic information, and terrain datasets to ensure planning accuracy.
• Support SON-based optimization initiatives, including Mobility Robustness Optimization (MRO), Mobility Load Balancing (MLB), and Radio Link Failure (RLF) optimization.
• Work with RF planning tools such as ATOLL, Planet, iBwave, or equivalent solutions to validate network designs and generate performance recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports, network performance analyses, and optimization recommendations for internal and customer stakeholders.
• Stay updated on emerging wireless technologies, including 5G NR, Massive MIMO, Beamforming, and cloud-based telecom planning solutions

Expertise You'll Bring:

• Strong experience in RF Planning & Optimization for 4G LTE and 5G NR networks, with a solid understanding of radio network design principles and optimization techniques.
• Hands-on expertise in RF propagation modeling, coverage prediction, link-budget analysis, and capacity planning.
• Knowledge of PCI planning, frequency planning, interference analysis, carrier planning, and mobility optimization for LTE and 5G networks.
• Understanding of Massive MIMO, Beamforming, coverage versus capacity optimization, and 5G NR planning parameters and KPIs.
• Experience with Automatic Frequency Planning (AFP), Neighbor Cell Planning, ANR, Handover Optimization, and SON-based optimization workflows (MRO, MLB, RLF).
• Proficiency in RF planning and optimization tools such as ATOLL, Planet, iBwave, or equivalent wireless network planning solutions.
• Ability to analyze customer-reported issues, reproduce network scenarios, validate software fixes, and provide effective technical resolutions.
• Experience managing site databases, frequency planning data, geographic information, and terrain datasets for accurate network planning.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret network performance metrics and KPIs.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating across product, QA, customer support, and global engineering teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Exposure to 2G/3G planning concepts, telecom performance analytics, cloud-based telecom planning platforms, and network automation frameworks is a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."