CONNECTIVITY & NETWORK ENGINEER SENIOR (REMOTE)

Description

#### **CONNECTIVITY \& NETWORK ENGINEER SENIOR (REMOTE EUROPE)** Portuguese company hires for remote position Location: Europe (remote\-based) * ️ Only candidates already based in Europe will be considered Work Model: 100% Remote ️ Language Requirements: **English:** B2\+ (mandatory), **French or Spanish: Nice to have** Seniority: Senior (8\+ years) Sector: Telecommunication Rate €1800 \- 2100 RV * ️ Instructions: Please send your CV in English and make sure to include all skills and experience that match the requirements of the opportunity. This will significantly increase your chances of success #### **Your Role** As a **Senior Network Planning \& Optimization Consultant**, your mission will be to drive **end\-to\-end network performance improvements** across **2G to 5G technologies**. You will be deeply involved in **optimization strategies**, **performance monitoring**, and **deployment validation**, acting as a key technical reference throughout the network lifecycle. #### **Key Responsibilities** **Network Planning \& Optimization** * Execute **planning and optimization** activities across **2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G** * Perform **drive test analysis**, reporting, and **E2E log analysis** using tools like **TEMS Discovery** * Conduct **initial tuning**, **single site validation**, and **cluster optimization** * Monitor, analyze, and report on **network KPIs** * Perform **benchmarking** and **multi\-vendor parameter mapping** * Identify inconsistencies and ensure **database corrections** **Deployment \& Validation** * Support **RAN solution implementations** (RAN, Core, ORAN, NPO) * Validate **functional and technical deployments** * Troubleshoot **integration issues**, bugs, and performance bottlenecks * Execute **configuration tuning** to stabilize solutions * Provide **early\-life support** and act as a **technical reference** **Performance \& Quality Management** * Continuously monitor **network performance and quality** * Analyze **RAN, Core, and E2E KPIs** * Perform **Root Cause Analysis (RCA)** for complex issues * Define and implement **optimization and corrective actions** * Collaborate with **optimization teams**, **operations**, and **customer care** * Deliver **operational and executive reports** * Participate in **quality governance activities** **Automation \& Knowledge Sharing** * Drive **process automation** using **BI, data analysis, and scripting** * Contribute to **technical workshops** and knowledge\-sharing initiatives * Document **best practices** and lessons learned #### **Your Profile** #### **Technical Expertise** * Strong experience with **mobile networks (2G to 5G)** and **RAN optimization** * Deep knowledge of **5G NR** and **3GPP specifications** * Expertise in **RF optimization**, **capacity planning**, and **performance management** * Solid understanding of **network KPIs**, parameters, and optimization impact * Familiarity with **network lifecycle processes** (rollout, swap, modernization) * Experience with tools such as **ATOLL**, **TEMS Discovery**, **NetAct**, **U2020** #### **Nice to Have** * Knowledge of **Open RAN architectures** * Experience with **BI tools**, **SQL**, and **Python scripting** * Exposure to **multi\-vendor environments** #### **Soft Skills** * Strong **analytical and problem\-solving skills** * Excellent **communication** and **stakeholder management** * Ability to work **independently** and within **cross\-functional teams** * High level of **ownership and responsibility** * Proactive mindset and **knowledge\-sharing attitude** #### **Languages** * **English:** B2\+ (mandatory) * **French or Spanish:** Nice to have #### **Experience** * **\+8 years** in **network planning, optimization, or performance engineering** #### **Why Join This Opportunity?** * Work with **latest mobile technologies**, including **5G and Open RAN** * Be part of **large\-scale telecom projects** with real impact * Collaborate with **international teams** in a fully remote setup * Drive **innovation in network performance and automation** #### **Keywords** 5G, RAN, Network Optimization, Drive Test, TEMS Discovery, KPI Monitoring, RF Optimization, LTE, 3GPP, Open RAN, ATOLL, NetAct, U2020, Root Cause Analysis, Telecom, Python, SQL, BI, Performance Management \#00338064