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OSS and Network Optimization Engineer
Job Summary
• Testing and validation of end to end OSS platform
• Perform 5G NR Wireless network optimization, analyse drive tests, KPIs and provide recommendations for improvement of network performance
• Assist in carrying out data collection and provide post-processing analysis.
• Responsible for deployment of 5G NR network.
• Assist in integration of various tools with end to end OSS platform
Desired Skills, Qualifications and Knowledge
• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision, collaborate with teammates and cross-functional groups, communicate on the level of others, listen and understand people in circumstances common in the workplace.
• Attention to details and accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.
• Independent work style and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Strongly motivated individual willing to learn new technologies and concepts.
• Provides out of box and creative solutions, vocal in resolving issues with effective communication skills.
• Strong 3+ years of hands on experience with OSS platform(s) in areas such as service assurance, performance management and configuration management.
• Have experience with OSS development and software development cycle.
• Working knowledge of various APIs.
• Familiar with 4G/5G NR radio KPIs.
• Strong understanding of 5G architecture and radio interface.
• At least 5+ years strong RF network optimization experience in 4G and 1 year in 5G NR.
• Good understanding of design concepts such as Link budget and capacity planning.
• Working experience with small cells and understanding of radio propagation below clutter.
• Hands on experience of using propagation tools( preferably - Atoll, Overture and ibwave)
• Experience with data collection and post processing tools such as X-CAL, X-Cap, Wireshark and iPerf.
• Have experience of working with crowd source data and be able to perform traffic and statistical analysis.
• Familiarity with SON Features such as ANR, Auto PCI, LB, MRO, Pilot Pollutions, Overshooting, PCI Collision.
• Understanding of layer 3 message flow.
• Able to perform site build verifications and site acceptance process.
• Familiarity with 3GPP Rel 8-17 features, CA, CoMP etc and LTE/5G NR network architecture.
• Familiarity with GIS tools Such as Mapinfo and Google Earth.
• Intimate knowledge and understanding of oRAN and vRAN, must be familiar with vRAN/oRAN standards.
• Familiar with CBRS and SAS concepts is a big plus.
• Understanding of networking concepts DNS, DHCP, IP connectivity, VLAN, subnetting and IPsec etc. (CCNA desired)
Education
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent (with focus on Wireless communication theory).
• Master Degree is preferred.
• Trainings in 5G NR.
Work conditions
• Office Environment
• Will work in Lab environment as well as in the field (occasional travel).
• Must be willing to travel occasionally.
Nice to have
Agile SAFe experience
Software testing experience
Lab experience
