Standard functions of a Radio Frequency Engineer pertaining to optimization of the performance of UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System) and LTE networks as well as enhancement and support of wireless based voice and data communication networks. Participate in the pre-launch of Forth Carrier (Band width). [Note that historically there were two band widths which all GSM wireless communications shared. A third band was introduced to support UMTS technologies. The Forth Band is being added to widely introduce 4G technology LTE (Long Term Evolution) in order to enhance the speed of data transmission]. Evaluate existing Radio Frequency site specific parameters in order to determine and assign values to permit optimal function of 3G voice (UMTS) and data (LTE) over existing networks. Identify systemic problems and recommend solutions. Liaise with other engineering teams that are engaged planning the general launch scheduling. After launch monitor performance of existing communication networks against Key Point Indicators (KPI). Identify and isolate issues that degrade system performance utilizing COPS, NetTrack (tools used to monitor performance) and Business Objects (a customizable tool used to monitor and view KPIs). Identify problems and make recommendations to rectify RF related problems. Conduct GSM network performance audits in order to allocate adequate capacity to permit optimal communication between technologies like UMTS and LTE. Create, activate, deactivate and modify existing networks utilizing UTRAN (Universal Mobile Terrestrial Network Radio Access Network- a domain and its related tools).
Requires a Master's Degree in Computer Science and Engineering and 1 year of experience. In lieu of, will accept a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science and Engineering and 5 years of experience, or any suitable combination of education, training or experience thereof. No less than a Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of experience is acceptable
