Safaricom Limited Radio Access Optimization Senior Engineer Job in Kenya

Safaricom Limited is the leading mobile telecommunications company in Kenya. 

We are at the forefront of the industry and always seek to attract and retain talented, creative and innovative team players who are excited by the opportunity of pushing the frontiers of this evolving technology, growing our services, exciting our customers and contributing to our community. 

At Safaricom, we take pride in our talent and develop them to realize their maximum potential!

Radio Access Optimization Senior Engineer

Ref: TECHOLOGY-RAOSE-FEB-2013
 

Reporting to the Senior Manager-RAN Optimization, the role holder is responsible for the 3G Radio Network Capacity optimization and 3G Site database update and parameter standardization. 

The job holder will also optimize new 3G sites in accordance with the agreed set KPI targets, manage customer complaints and identify potential bottlenecks in the 3G end to end network and escalate to Core PS related concerns. 

The job also entails monitoring 3G KPI’s and 3G Radio network optimization, 3G project Management and coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate assigned 3G network projects: Ensure project timelines and standards are met. Ensure all project reports and documentation are complete and timely;
• 3G Radio Network Capacity optimization: Analyze traffic trends, redistribute CE ‘s, Coverage control, manage IUB & power congestion to guarantee capacity;
• Optimize new 3G sites in accordance with the agreed set KPI targets. Ensure radio parameters are well optimized for coverage, capacity and overall excellent user perception;
• 3G Network Optimization: Continuously monitor the quality KPI’s on drive test, scanners and customer complains. Trigger corrective optimization plans and manage to completion;
• 3G Site database update and parameter standardization:  Ensure all physical changes are updated on ATOLL database. Perform routine audit on sites. Maintain standards/3G parameter rules on all radio database parameters;
• Manage customer complaints: Prioritize customer complaints and provide a solution/ recommendation within the agreed time frame. Identify and forestall potential complaint areas.
• Identification of Potential bottlenecks in the 3G end to end network and escalate to Core PS related concerns.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Technical field – Electrical Engineering or Electrical Science, with an emphasis in Radio communications;
• 3 years experience in telecommunication with 2 years minimum in UMTS hands–on experience in Radio Network planning and optimization;
• Practical knowledge on use of radio planning tools and nominal cell planning;
• Candidates with experience in Siemens or Huawei 3G equipment will have an added advantage;
• Practical knowledge of 2G, 2.5G network a must;
• Knowledge in tele-traffic Engineering is a plus.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below. 

The deadline for application is Monday 11th February, 2013.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
 

Via E-mail to hr@safaricom.co.ke