Engineer, Radio Frequency

Requirements:

• University degree in Electronics and Telecommunications or equivalent;
• At least 3-5 years experience in radio- communication field ;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent analytical skills;
• Organized, team-oriented, with good interpersonal skills;
• Driving license;

Role:

Performs specific Radio Access Network activities (design, implementation, dimensioning, monitoring, optimization for coverage and capacity in a multi-technology (GSM, UMTS voice and data services; WLAN) environment, through management of daily operations, coordination and reporting for region activities, in order to ensure quality key performance indicators.

Key Responsibilities:

• Capacity planning: plan the network expansion and validates the traffic forecast in order to increase the network quality of service.
• Design: designs both indoor/outdoor coverage sites (including site position selection, equipment configuration selection, antenna placement design, radio parameters setting etc.) for GSM, GPRS, UMTS
• Development: develop network through rollout deployment activities (site search initiation form, site candidates ranking, equipment order, filling site configuration form ; follow-up on site production related activities); by keeping equipment inventory database updated; by providing support to rollout project manager and by integrating GSM and UMTS new sites into existing network.
• Optimization & Monitoring: periodically monitoring the performance statistics (KPIs), drive tests radio coverage & quality analysis, BSS & UTRA information collection; based on all available information takes decision upon changes in HW & SW parameters in order to improve network KPIs. Issues work orders for implementing changes into the network; handling interoperability issues between GSM, UMTS, vendors (both technology and multi vendor challenges)
• Troubleshooting: investigates and take all the necessary actions in order to maintain the radio access network key performance indicators (KPI) within the agreed limits
• Representation: Interfaces with other departments in order to provide coverage solutions and solves requests/complaints

Why Vodafone?

Did you know how did we get our name? Our founders had their eyes firmly on our future. They were so enthusiastic about mobile telecommunications that they forecast that one day people would do more than talk over their phones. So they gave us a future-proof name that embraces both voice and data: VOice and DAta mobile communication: Vodafone.
Today our founders’ dreams are a reality and the name they invented is a powerful global brand.

Vodafone is the world’s leading telecommunications company. Millions of people in every corner of the globe choose Vodafone to talk text and connect to data services that help them make the most of every day.
Our success comes from the outstanding people that make up the global team. Many of the tasks we face are more than anyone can do alone, so our future depends on attracting, rewarding and retaining those who share our ‘can-do’ attitude.
We’re building a culture that makes us feel valued, we feel empowered to get the job done, we work together and help others do the same, and we’re passionate about being the communications leader in an increasingly connected world
Because our business is becoming more and more complex by the day, we’re constantly looking for new ways to support, coach and develop our people. Whatever your area, you can expect ongoing learning opportunities that will help you develop your abilities.
When we say we’re passionate about our people, it’s more than just a phrase. It’s a way of working.
Why not choose Vodafone for your next career move? You can search and apply for current opportunities via the links below.