Radio Specialist

About the Role

The Radio Specialist is responsible for the technical design, implementation, and optimization of radio access networks to provide reliable coverage and service quality. The role involves conducting frequency planning, performing drive tests, analyzing KPIs, and resolving interference and handover issues. It requires hands-on expertise in multi-generation RAN technologies (2G/3G/4G/5G), strong problem-solving abilities, and close coordination with transmission and core network teams to maintain optimal network performance.

Main Responsibilities & Duties

• Radio Network Planning & Optimization

• Participate in the end-to-end radio network design, capacity planning, and coverage expansion.

• Participate in the optimization activities to ensure quality of service (QoS), capacity utilization, and customer experience targets are achieved.

• Monitor, troubleshoot performance issues, and recommend enhancements.

• Operations

• Run the day-to-day operations of radio domains to ensure network stability, availability, and reliability.

• Monitor, and govern SLAs and KPIs related to service performance, incident response, and fault resolution.
• Ensure adherence to operational processes, preventive maintenance schedules, and escalation procedures.

• Drive continuous service improvement through root cause analysis, operational audits, and corrective action plans.

• Vendor Management & Governance of Managed Services

• Support the management of relationships with equipment vendors and managed services partners to help ensure contractual commitments are met.

• Monitor day-to-day partner performance against SLAs, KPIs, and operational deliverables, and escalate issues as needed.
• Assist in conducting vendor performance reviews, tracking compliance requirements, and preparing reports to support accountability.

• Contribute to cost efficiency and service quality by following established vendor governance processes and supporting contract management activities.

• Regulatory Compliance & Governance

• Ensure full compliance with national telecom regulatory requirements, standards, and licensing conditions.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory guidelines impacting spectrum and network operations.
• Prepare and submit required reports, audits, and documentation to regulatory authorities.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external regulators during audits, inspections, and compliance checks.

• Ensure all network activities (planning, deployment, operations) are aligned with legal and regulatory frameworks.

• Telecom Landscape Overview

• Maintain a strategic understanding of global and regional telecom trends, including spectrum evolution, 5G/6G readiness, and fiber expansion.

• Anticipate market developments and regulatory shifts and align network strategies to support long-term business growth.

• Contribute to corporate strategy by ensuring the network is prepared for future digital services, convergence, and new revenue streams.

• Technology & Innovation

• Stay up to date with advancements in mobile (2G/3G/4G/5G) and fixed broadband technologies.

• Support network modernization initiatives, including IP migration and transport transformation.

• Perform other relevant tasks as required.

What We Need From You

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• Education

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or relevant field.

• Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in radio network planning, optimization, operations, and transmission management.

• Skills and Knowledge

• Strong understanding of mobile technologies (2G, 3G, 4G, 5G) and fixed broadband solutions.

• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Radio frequency planning & optimization tools knowledge. Transmission network design and capacity planning.
• SLA/KPI definition, monitoring, and governance.
• Vendor governance and contract management.
• Telecom regulations, spectrum management, and compliance frameworks.