Radio Access Network (RAN) Engineer

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Continued professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Radio Access Network (RAN) Engineer to join our client’s advanced technical team in Queenstown. You will design, deploy, and optimize RAN sites, ensuring high-performance mobile connectivity across the network. A strong background in 4G LTE and 5G NR and experience with RAN planning tools are essential.

You will troubleshoot issues, conduct drive tests, and contribute to ongoing performance improvements while staying abreast of industry trends and technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications Engineering (or related field).
• Proven experience as a RAN Engineer or similar role within a mobile network operator.
• Deep knowledge of 4G LTE and 5G NR, including RAN architecture and protocols.
• Experience with RAN planning and optimization tools.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex network data.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage RAN sites and equipment (base stations, antennas).
• Optimize network performance by tuning parameters and analyzing traffic.
• Troubleshoot RAN-related issues to ensure high availability and QoS.
• Conduct drive tests and analyze performance to identify improvements.
• Stay current with new RAN technologies and trends for strategic planning.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Radio Access Network (RAN) Engineer to join their advanced technical team in Queenstown . This role focuses on the design, implementation, and optimization of our client's wireless network infrastructure, ensuring robust and high-performance mobile connectivity. You will work with the latest RAN technologies, collaborating with other engineering disciplines to deliver seamless mobile experiences to customers. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in cellular network technologies and a proactive approach to performance tuning and problem resolution within a dynamic operational setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage RAN sites and equipment, including base stations and antennas.
• Optimize network performance by tuning parameters, analyzing traffic, and implementing capacity upgrades.
• Troubleshoot and resolve RAN-related issues, ensuring high availability and quality of service.
• Conduct drive tests and perform network performance analysis to identify areas for improvement.
• Stay abreast of new RAN technologies and industry trends, contributing to strategic planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a RAN Engineer or in a similar role within a mobile network operator.
• In-depth knowledge of 4G LTE and 5G NR technologies, including RAN architecture and protocols.
• Experience with RAN planning and optimization tools.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex network data.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and continuous professional development.
• A collaborative and technically stimulating work environment.