Network Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support the delivery of 5G and LTE network optimisation, performance improvement and modernisation initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity to work on leading-edge mobile network projects within a highly skilled technical team.

What You'll Do

• Analyse network performance and support solutions to improve quality, coverage and capacity.
• Deliver 5G and LTE optimisation activities including parameter changes, feature implementation, software upgrades and network trials.
• Investigate network issues, perform root cause analysis and work with stakeholders to resolve technical challenges.
• Prepare technical reports, recommendations and implementation documentation.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing, continuous improvement and technical capability development across the team.

What You'll Bring

• Extensive experience in Telecommunications or Radio Access Network (RAN) Engineering.
• Strong expertise in 5G and LTE technologies, including NSA/SA, carrier aggregation, spectrum layers, mmWave and Cloud RAN concepts.
• Hands on experience with network optimisation, feature implementation, parameter tuning, PoCs and network trials.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to analyse KPIs, alarms, counters, drive test logs and customer experience metrics.
• Excellent communication skills with experience working across customers, stakeholders and project teams.
• Highly Regarded Experience supporting network modernisation, enhancement or MOCN projects.
• Ericsson products and solutions experience.
• Knowledge of 3GPP standards and multi vendor network environments.
• Experience with drive test analysis tools such as X-CAL, X-CAP or TEMS.
• Python, VBA or other scripting skills for automation and analysis.

If you're an experienced Network Engineer with strong 5G and LTE optimisation expertise and are looking for your next contract opportunity in Melbourne, we'd love to hear from you.

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