RAN Engineer

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Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people's lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.

We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work.

Sr. RAN Engineer

General Purpose

The Sr. RAN Engineer interfaces with both internal and external customers to provide commissioning and integration of RAN hardware/software as well as provide technical RAN support related services. This position is specifically centered around pLTE/CBRS Trials & Lab testing.

Main Responsibility Area

• Plans and executes technical tasks requiring specialist skills in own professional area. Works independently with the responsibility for solving customer request cases and reporting according to processes. Identifies and solves technical problems. Shares knowledge in own professional area.
• Provides support to clients and/or customers either onsite or remote in his/her field of expertise.

Position Description:

• Support and perform commissioning and integration of RAN related hardware.
• Support and perform the implementation of new software and maintenance loads.
• Provide technical support per project and customer SLA.
• Support lab/pilot/FOA planning and validation of new hardware and software.
• Support the creation of MOP's
• Support testing of interoperability of 3rd party products
• Customer problem investigation and support all facets of resolution
• Provides support to clients and/or customers (typically on-site) in his/her field of expertise
• Operates in compliance with the processes, methods and tools linked to the job and possesses service excellence awareness
• Knows BBU, Radios. Interfaces, and good CBRS knowledge.
• Knowledge on RF and respective parameters
• ability to collect logs and analyze logfiles
• Interact with R&D for any issues which seems to be product issues
• Support testing in the lab & travel to customer locations in support of trials

Position Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years work experience in RAN Engineering for 5G/ 4G (LTE)/ UMTS / GSM.
• Radio Network Commissioning and Integration of 5G/4G(LTE)/3G/2G
• Result oriented with focus on product quality and customer satisfaction
• Team player, open communication and ability to work in international team
• Knowledge and practice of RAN C & I processes
• Knowledge and practice of RAN C&I tools
• Good knowledge of 5G/4G/3G/2G KPIs and statistical KPI reporting
• Solid problem solving and analytic skills
• Excellent Communication skills

Education & Experience or Other Requirements:

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, or Computer Science

• LTE technology understanding and know-how
• Relevant experience in Maintenance, Operations and/or Technical Support activities
• Good knowledge in one or several of the following suppliers' equipments: Alcatel-Lucent
• Working knowledge of the following technologies: IP, Ethernet, ATM, PDH and SDH (2G and 3G transmission and signalling).
• Knowledge of AAL2 and AAL5 - transmission medium/signalling medium, specifically for ATM.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot RAN and SC (fALU) EMS.
• Ability to upgrade and maintain SC (fALU) EMS.
• Ability to write MOPs/Test Cases for RAN and EMS as well as execute.
• Ability to learn and use protocol analyzers.
• Experience with E1/T1 links configuration and provisioning
• Analytical mind with good problem solving skills and able to work independently and under time pressure
• Strong communications and documentation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (knowledge of additional languages would be a strong advantage)
• Professional and positive approach
• High achiever and self motivated
• Team player, able to work on own initiative
• Culturally adaptable and flexible
• Ability to assimilate quickly and act decisively
• Ability to prioritize tasks and apply time management principles.
• Stress tolerance

What we offer

Nokia offers flexible and hybrid working schemes, continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs, and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer

Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg

• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark
• LGBT+ equality & best place to work by HRC Foundation

At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people.

Nokia's employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.