Radio Frequency Optimization Engineer (5G Nokia)

UTA Systems; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A telecommunications firm is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Radio Frequency Optimization Engineer experienced in Nokia 5G-SA/NSA systems. Responsibilities include monitoring KPIs, performing audits, and analyzing network data to improve performance. Candidates should have extensive knowledge of Nokia tools and at least 3 years in RF optimization. This contract position allows for remote work, engaging professionals in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in RF engineering with 3 recent years in Nokia 5G-SA/NSA optimization.
• Knowledge of Nokia Equipment - RRU, BBU, Antennas required.
• Ability to analyze X2, S1 signaling, syslogs for troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze 5G-SA/NSA parametric network data.
• Monitor and optimize 5G and LTE KPIs.
• Perform 5G Parameter Audits and correlate with KPIs.

Skills

Nokia 5G-SA/NSA optimization

RF Optimization

KPI analysis

Deep troubleshooting

Data analysis

Education

Bachelors in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Nokia NetAct

Tableau

Power BI

Actix/Actix-One

XCAL

Job description

Radio Frequency Optimization Engineer (5G Nokia)

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Hiring: 5G RF Optimization Engineer (Nokia) - Remote | Candidate preferably residing in the DFW

Note: The candidate must be a U.S. Citizen, Green Card holder, or EAD holder. Only those with Nokia 5G-SA/NSA optimization experience within the last three years will be shortlisted for this position. Experience with T‑Mobile is preferred.

Experience: This role requires recent hands‑on experience in Nokia 5G SA/NSA RF Optimization, with strong expertise in Nokia 5G VoNR. The candidate should have 3+ years experience in Nokia 5G-SA/NSA KPI Optimization, counters, features and parameters.

Responsibilities:

• 3+ years in Radio Network Optimization experience of 5G-SA/NSA Nokia parameters, KPI, counters. Proven experience in reviewing and analyzing 5G-SA/NSA parametric network data.
• Monitor & Optimize Daily/Weekly/Monthly Post‑integration 5G SA/NSA & LTE KPIs i.e. Accessibility (RRC setup fail & VoNR & Data Setup Fail), Retainability (RRC drop , VoNR & Data drop) and Mobility (HO Fail & HO latency) by parametric optimization.
• Perform 5G Parameter Audit and correlate the changes with any KPIs behavioral change.
• Analyzing 5G-SA/NSA Layer 3 messages, providing recommendations, and troubleshooting Nokia 5G-SA/NSA parameter changes to improve network performance including coverage, capacity, throughput.
• Extensive experience in Nokia specific tools such as NetAct, MantaRay NM, CM Editor & WebEM.
• Deep troubleshooting of call flows (EMIL and TrueCall).
• Perform feature trials for 5G SA/NSA (throughput, coverage, load balancing, handover).
• Post Process Drive test data using tools such as Actix/Actix‑One, XCAL, TEMS Investigation/Pocket.
• Use Visualization tools like Tableau and/or Power BI for 5G KPI analytics.

Requirements:

• Bachelors in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or Computer Science, with a minimum of 8 years in RF engineering including at least 3 recent years in 5G-SA/NSA radio network optimization of Nokia equipment.
• Nokia Equipment knowledge - RRU, BBU, Antennas.
• Knowledge of TMO tools One-Data, Magenta, IMNOS.
• Ability to analyze X2, S1 signaling, syslogs, and TTI traces for quick troubleshooting.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• IT Services and IT Consulting