Senior RF Engineer - Hybrid Role for Wireless Networks

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior RF Engineer in Cape Town, offering a hybrid work model. You will design, optimize, and analyze RF networks, drive testing, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure high-quality coverage and performance.

The role requires 6+ years in RF engineering, strong RF theory, and hands-on experience with planning tools and LTE/5G NR deployments. You will mentor juniors and contribute to innovative RF solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Telecommunications Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of RF engineering experience in the telecommunications sector.
• In-depth knowledge of RF principles, including propagation, interference, and modulation techniques.
• Proficiency with RF planning/optimization tools such as Atoll or Planet.
• Experience with LTE and 5G NR technologies.
• Familiarity with RF test equipment and measurement techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and optimize RF network infrastructure for cellular systems.
• Conduct site surveys and drive testing to evaluate network performance.
• Perform RF propagation modeling and simulation to predict coverage and capacity.
• Analyze RF performance data and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain RF design documentation and configurations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful deployment and integration.
• Mentor junior RF engineers and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Telecommunications Engineering

Tools

Atoll

Planet

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior RF Engineer in Cape Town, offering a hybrid work model. You will design, optimize, and analyze RF networks, drive testing, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure high-quality coverage and performance.

The role requires 6+ years in RF engineering, strong RF theory, and hands-on experience with planning tools and LTE/5G NR deployments. You will mentor juniors and contribute to innovative RF solutions.