Telecom Engineer ( with IoT experienced)

Mannai Office Solutions; Qatar; On-site; QAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company in Qatar is looking for a Telecom Engineer with IoT experience to design and manage telecom systems. You'll be responsible for optimizing network performance across IoT devices and ensuring reliable connectivity. Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and knowledge of telecom protocols. This role offers a dynamic work environment focusing on emerging IoT technologies.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of telecom protocols.
• Hands-on experience with IoT devices.
• Understanding of IP networking and wireless standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain telecommunications systems.
• Plan and manage IoT solutions across the telecom network.
• Optimize the telecom network for IoT traffic.

Skills

Knowledge of telecom protocols (e.g., LTE, 5G, NB-IoT, LoRaWAN)

Hands-on experience with IoT platforms and devices

Understanding of IP networking and wireless communication standards

Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools

Familiarity with cloud platforms for IoT device management

Knowledge of telecom and IoT security practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer Science

Certifications in telecom and networking (e.g., CCNA, CCNP)

Job description

Overview

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The Telecom Engineer with IoT Experience will be responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining telecommunication systems that integrate Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. The role involves managing telecommunication infrastructure, optimizing network performance for IoT devices, and working closely with IoT solutions to ensure seamless connectivity and data transmission. The engineer will play a key role in supporting the business’s telecommunication needs in the context of emerging IoT technologies and networks.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain telecommunications systems, including wired and wireless networks.
• Ensure the infrastructure can support a high volume of IoT devices across multiple locations.
• Plan, deploy, and manage IoT solutions across the telecom network.
• Ensure reliable and secure connectivity for IoT devices using telecom protocols.
• Configure and troubleshoot communication modules in IoT devices (e.g., LTE, 5G, LoRa, NB-IoT).
• Maintains relationships with selected telecom hardware and software vendors for proper handling and support of telecom equipment/services.
• Builds and maintains effective relationships with all other related departments and units to achieve the Group’s goals/objectives in network monitoring, availability, and growth.
• Responsible for the maintenance of Telecom systems & equipment at the Group’s sites.
• Performs on-site/remote technical support of Telecom Systems and equipment.
• Evaluates existing Telecom systems, and proposes possible improvements; initiates and handles Telecom projects, and ensures compliance with requirements, specifications, and deadlines.
• Initiates Telecom policies and ensures enforcing them.
• Maintains proper documentation of Telecom network; supervises the employed Telecom technicians.
• Supervises the outsourced Telecom support; maintains a working knowledge of Telecom switching and monitoring systems.
• Possesses in-depth technical knowledge in Telecom network & technical support to ensure reliable service delivery and security and resolve any business disruption or inconvenience to users.
• Optimize the telecom network to handle IoT traffic and ensure high performance and low latency for IoT applications.
• Monitor and manage the scalability of IoT devices connected to the network.
• Perform capacity planning to ensure sufficient bandwidth and resources for IoT devices.
• Implement and maintain security protocols and standards to protect IoT networks from vulnerabilities and threats.
• Ensure compliance with security regulations and data privacy policies in IoT solutions.
• Work closely with IoT development teams, software engineers, and business units to ensure seamless integration of IoT solutions within the telecom network.
• Provide ongoing support for troubleshooting and resolving telecom and IoT-related issues.
• Set up and maintain network monitoring systems for IoT devices and services.
• Create reports and dashboards on network performance, uptime, and device status.
• Stay updated with the latest telecom and IoT technologies and industry trends.

Minimum Qualifications / Required Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of telecom protocols (e.g., LTE, 5G, NB-IoT, LoRaWAN).
• Hands-on experience with IoT platforms and devices, such as sensors, gateways, and actuators.
• Understanding of IP networking, wireless communication standards, and RF technologies.
• Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (e.g., Wireshark, NetFlow).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS IoT, Azure IoT) for IoT device management.
• Security Skills: Knowledge of telecom and IoT security practices, including encryption protocols, access control, and network segmentation.

Experience And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer Science, or related fields.
• Certifications in telecom and networking (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, IoT Specialization) are preferred.

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