Job Title: Senior NPO Engineer (Re-advertised)
Organisation: Nokia
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Nokia Corporation is a Finnish multinational telecommunications, information technology, and consumer electronics company, founded in 1865. The company has operated in various industries over the past 150 years. It was founded as a pulp mill and had long been associated with rubber and cables, but since the 1990s has focused on large-scale telecommunications infrastructure, technology development, and licensing.
Job Summary: As a Senior NPO Engineer at Nokia, you will play a crucial role within our Mobile Networks delivery team, focusing on optimizing multi-vendor Radio Networks across 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G technologies with an emphasis on Huawei and ZTE systems. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive network performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement innovative solutions tailored to our customers’ needs. The work environment is dynamic and supportive, encouraging professional growth and continuous learning. You will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, share your expertise, and contribute to a culture of excellence and customer satisfaction. Your contributions will directly impact our ability to meet project objectives while fostering strong customer relationships and ensuring a high standard of quality in all deliverables.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Drive optimization of multi-vendor Radio Networks (preferably Huawei & ZTE) to achieve and exceed KPIs across 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G systems.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of worst cell lists to identify issues and implement effective troubleshooting strategies.
- Develop and execute comprehensive optimization plans to enhance overall network performance and user experience.
- Engage in technical discussions with customers to address needs and present innovative optimization solutions.
- Perform end-to-end root cause analysis on complex issues, providing solutions for network rectification and improvement.
- Lead and manage SSV/Cluster Optimization and regular reporting on SLA KPIs to ensure satisfaction.
- Mentor junior engineers, fostering skill development in network optimization methodologies and emerging technologies.
- Serve as the primary interface for customer interactions related to optimization activities, ensuring all objectives align with quality standards.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Telecommunication/Electrical/Computer) or a relevant field.
- 6+ years of hands-on experience in RF Planning & Optimization for 2G, 3G, LTE & 5G networks.
- Strong working experience with Huawei and ZTE Radio Access technologies/OSS platforms and parameters/counters.
- In-depth analysis and troubleshooting capability using radio network statistics and Layer 3 traces.
- Ability to perform Drive-Test log analysis and work efficiently with NPO tools.
- Proficient in written/spoken English with strong communication skills and the ability to manage complex relationships.
It would be nice if you also had:
- Familiarity with Nokia SRAN, DCAP Solution, and Nokia tools such as MUSA, Atoll (9955), and SON.
- Ability to understand and utilize crowd-sourced data (FB, Google, OpenSignal, etc.) to identify trends/insights and drive actionable improvements.
- Proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Power Pivot, Power BI, Power Automate, etc.).
- Self-driven, flexible team player with a can-do attitude, who takes responsibility and delivers results.
How to Apply:
All interested and qualified candidates should apply online at the link below
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 72