Zonal Field Engineering Manager - Telecom Network

Vi (Vodafone Idea); Hassan; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Vodafone Idea Limited in Bengaluru seeks a Manager - TM Zonal Field Engineer to lead a team responsible for the performance and quality of RAN networks, ensuring prompt monitoring, troubleshooting and optimization to deliver superior voice and data experiences.

This role requires 5+ years of telecom field experience, strong leadership and cross-functional coordination, and a track record of improving KPIs like TNPS and NPS across a zone.

Qualifications

• B-Tech Electronics and Telecommunications degree required.
• 5+ years of field engineering experience in telecoms.
• Experience with 2G/3G/4G/VoLTE networks preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network KPIs and improve customer experience across technologies.
• Lead a team of Field Engineers for prompt troubleshooting and optimization.
• Coordinate with partners, SNOC and FO teams for timely resolution.
• Drive zone level network performance improvements and fault management.
• Conduct drive tests and benchmark network performance.
• Engage with Zonal business/CS teams on network issues.
• Foster cross-vertical collaboration.

Skills

Radio network optimization

Leadership

Cross-functional coordination

Troubleshooting

KPI & customer experience

Education

B-Tech Electronics and Telecommunications

Job description

Manager - TM Zonal Field Engineer 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 Field Engineer Job Level/ Designation M1 Function / Department Technology / Quality Location Bangalore Job Purpose This role will be accountable for Quality and Performance of RAN network and to lead a team of Field Engineers to ensure prompt monitoring, trouble shooting and optimization of Network to deliver superior voice & data experience to customers in their respective zones

Key Result Areas / Accountabilities

• Daily tracking of Network and Customer experience KPIs for all technologies like Accessibility, Retain ability, Data Speeds, Voice Quality and target oriented action plan for regular improvement and consistent experience.
• Drive worst cell analysis of all technologies and coordinate with partners, SNOC and FO team to timely resolution
• Utilization monitoring of key nodes in respective zones and proactive action to maintain the utilization with in thresholds
• Zonal Network complaints analysis. co-ordination with TSG lead and drive field team for complaints visits and resolution
• Engagement with Zonal business/CS teams for Network complaints management and drive network performance improvement and perception programs
• Prioritize network experience improvement programs basis customer centric KPIs like TNPS, NPS, Network complaints etc.
• Regular drive tests and benchmarking of Network rollout/ performance with competitors, and share insights to Zonal business team and Circle central team
• Building strong relationships with cross verticals

Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience

In-depth technical knowledge in radio network parameters & optimization (2G/3G/4G/VoLTE) Excellent domain knowledge and hands on experience to use optimization tools Strong leadership and people management capability, very good cross-functional co-ordination. Customer centric, Innovative , Ambitious and competitive, Calculated risk taking & task oriented

Qualifications

Must have technical / professional qualifications B-Tech Electronics and Telecommunications with 5+ years of experience Vodafone Idea Limited (formerly Idea Cellular Limited) An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership Experience Level Mid Level