Ran Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled RAN Engineer with deep expertise in Nokia hardware and software solutions. you will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of the Radio Access Network, including commissioning, integration, optimization, and high-level troubleshooting of 4G/5G Nokia technologies. With 5–8 years of experience, you will also serve as a technical mentor and a point of escalation for complex network issues.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning & Integration: Lead the deployment of Nokia AirScale, Flexi Multiradio, and Small Cell solutions.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor and analyze KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) to improve network throughput, accessibility, and retainability using Nokia NetAct and EdenNet.
• Troubleshooting: Perform deep-dive Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on chronic site issues, hardware failures, and software bugs.
• Upgrades & Migration: Execute and oversee software loads, hardware expansions, and frequency migrations (e.g., refarming).
• Reporting: Prepare detailed Method of Procedure (MOP) documents and technical reports for network health audits.
• Mentorship: Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and field technicians.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or Computer Science.
• Experience: 5–8 years in RAN Engineering within a vendor or Tier-1 operator environment.
• Certifications: Nokia NRS (Network Routing Specialist) or Nokia RAN certifications are a major plus.

Required Skills

• Vendor Expertise: Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience specifically with Nokia RAN equipment.
• Hardware Knowledge: Expert-level understanding of Nokia AirScale (BBU/RRU), Flexi-zone, and antenna systems.
• Software & Tools: Proficiency in Nokia NetAct, OSS-RC, M2000, and Nokia-specific CM/PM/FM tools.
• Technology Mastery: In-depth knowledge of 4G LTE and 5G NR architectures, including Massive MIMO and Beamforming.
• Testing: Experience with drive test analysis tools (TEMS, Nemo, or Actix) and trace analysis (Wireshark).