Specialist NPO

Nokia; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Nokia in Chennai seeks an Asa Network Performance Optimization (NPO) Specialist to monitor, analyze, and optimize network performance, implementing QoS adjustments, parameter tuning, and software upgrades to sustain best-in-class user experience.

You will lead as the primary SME for specific OEM domains, engage with customers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve SLA KPI issues and drive performance benchmarking across 5G/4G networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree with Network Performance Optimization experience.
• Expertise in radio optimization for latest Nokia 5G/4G and/or Samsung/Huawei networks.
• Experience with OEM tools including Nokia SRAN BTS, NetAct, and/or Samsung LSMR/USM.
• Experience in at least two RATs (5G/4G) per OEM.
• Proficiency in data visualization reporting tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Pivot Tables, Power BI).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze network performance; diagnose root causes.
• Lead as SME for specific technical domains and OEMs, managing project deliverables independently.
• Engage with customers as SME, offering technical guidance and insights.
• Optimize network performance through traffic, capacity, and neighbor management to improve KPIs and end-user experience.
• Identify feature rollouts and conduct carrier aggregation analysis for multi-carrier networks.
• Perform benchmarking analyses (e.g., Umlaut/P3, regulatory drive tests) and validate/optimize NPO tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and manage customer interactions regarding SLA KPIs, regulatory compliance, and benchmarking reports.

Skills

Network Performance Optimization

Radio optimization

Data visualization

SLA/KPI management

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Nokia SRAN BTS

NetAct

Samsung LSMR

USM

Power BI

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Asa Network Performance Optimization (NPO) Specialist, you will monitor and analyze network performance, identify and diagnose root causes of issues, and implement optimization actions such as QoS adjustments, parameter tuning, and software upgrades to ensure continuous performance.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Lead and serve as the primary contact for specific technical domains and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), managing project deliverables independently.
• Engage with customers as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), offering technical guidance and insights.
• Optimize network performance through traffic, capacity, and neighbor management to enhance Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and end-user experience.
• Identify and recommend new feature rollouts and conduct carrier aggregation analysis for multi-carrier networks.
• Perform analysis and optimization for benchmarking activities (e.g., Umlaut/P3, regulatory drive tests) and validate/optimize Network Performance Optimization (NPO) tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., CM, PM, FM, OMS) to resolve issues and manage customer interactions regarding Service Level Agreement (SLA) KPIs, regulatory compliance, and benchmarking reports.

Qualifications

You Have:

• Bachelors or masters degree in or related field with experience in Network Performance Optimization.
• Expertise in radio optimization for the latest SW/HW Release of Nokia 5G/4G and/or Samsung/Huawei 5G /4G Network.
• Experience in OEM-specific tools and products, including Nokia SRAN BTS, NetAct, and/or Samsung LSMR, USM.
• Experience in at least two RATs (5G 4G) per OEM.
• End-to-end correlation across Radio, Access, IP, Transport, and Core domains.to improve Customer Experience, Service KPIs.
• Experience in spectrum refarming, 2G/3G sunset strategies, and post-optimization activities. Proficiency in data visualization reporting tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Pivot Tables, Power BI).
• Experience in Radio Network Consolidation, ORAN, Cloud RAN, VRAN, Enterprise Networks, Private 5G, Massive MIMO, Network Slicing, MEC, and IoT Connectivity.

It would be nice if you also had:

• Experience in network deployment, backhaul delivery, or telecom operations
• Familiarity with PO processes, documentation approvals, and compliance workflows