Senior Network Optimization Engineer - 5G & 4G Performance

South Africa Job Search; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement plan with company matching

Performance bonuses

Generous paid leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

The Network Optimization Engineer at MTN Group will lead design, analysis, and implementation of optimization strategies for MTN’s 4G and emerging 5G networks across the Cape Town region. You will collaborate with radio planning, core network, and field operations to ensure optimal performance, capacity planning and QoS, using advanced analytics and KPI improvements.

This role offers a platform to influence network excellence within MTN’s global telecom operations and advance your career through

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in network planning, performance analysis, or optimization in telecoms.
• Degree in Electrical/Telecommunications Engineering or related field.
• Professional certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Analyze network performance to identify bottlenecks and capacity constraints.
• Develop and implement optimization plans for radio access and core networks.
• Collaborate with radio planning and engineering teams on site configurations.
• Utilize drive-test tools, network simulators, and AI analytics to validate outcomes.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Support 5G NR rollout and migration from legacy nets.
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions to meet SLAs.
• Participate in network audits and troubleshooting sessions.

Skills

LTE optimization

5G optimization

Analytics & KPI modeling

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

BSc in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications

CCNP or Nokia NRS certifications

Tools

Atoll

Planet

TEMS

Job description

The Network Optimization Engineer at MTN Group will lead design, analysis, and implementation of optimization strategies for MTN’s 4G and emerging 5G networks across the Cape Town region. You will collaborate with radio planning, core network, and field operations to ensure optimal performance, capacity planning and QoS, using advanced analytics and KPI improvements.

This role offers a platform to influence network excellence within MTN’s global telecom operations and advance your career through