Performance & Optimization Specialist

You'll play a vital role in optimizing 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G networks within a dynamic team of experts. You’ll take the lead in analyzing and tuning network performance, ensuring KPIs are met and delivering outstanding service to our customers. Working closely with client engineers, you'll engage in troubleshooting sessions, conduct network audits, and implement activation plans. Your expertise will directly contribute to key discussions on network design and performance improvements. The work environment is collaborative and fast-paced, where innovation is encouraged, and your input can make a tangible difference. You'll thrive in a culture of teamwork, learning, and shared success, as we tackle complex challenges and explore new opportunities together.

 

• Lead and execute radio network swap projects, including technology upgrades and vendor transitions (e.g., Ericsson to Nokia)
• Analyze and plan cell/site migration, ensuring coverage, capacity, and quality are preserved or improved post-swap
• Conduct RF planning and performance analysis before and after swap activities
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and customer teams to develop and validate swap strategies and cutover plans
• Verify parameter settings for the swapped network
• Monitor KPIs and optimize network performance during and after the swap phase
• Generate technical documentation and reports on swap progress and site acceptance, challenges, and solutions
• Performance verification and analysis will be based on OSS KPIs and Geosynthesis report validation

Key must-haves:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, or related field.
• Fluent communication in Italian language
• Strong working experience on Radio Access technologies (planning & optimization) and swap projects
• Independent level on Nokia 2G/3G/4G/SRAN & 5G parameters, counters, and KPIs
• Proficiency in drive test data analysis and network optimization tools
• In-depth troubleshooting capability from analysis of network statistics under tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate across cross-functional teams.
• Experience with multi-vendor environments (Huawei, Nokia, Ericsson) is a strong plus

 

It would be nice if you also had:

• Experience with 5G swap projects
• Familiarity with OSS platforms and scripting (e.g., Python, SQL)
• Knowledge of GeoSynthesis solution

 

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