The Optimization & Performance Engineering Specialist is responsible for improving radio network performance through detailed analysis, parameter tuning, and advanced RF troubleshooting. This role works closely with optimization, planning, and deployment teams to enhance overall network KPIs within LTE and 5G networks, with a strong focus on Nokia and Ericsson (E///) RAN environments and shared RAN

Your future duties and responsibilities

Optimization & Performance Engineering

• Collaborate closely with network optimization teams to fine tune RF and RAN parameters, driving continuous improvement in key network performance indicators (KPIs).
• Analyze drive test data, configuration, OSS counters, customer complaints, and long term KPI trends to identify performance degradation and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and propose actionable optimization recommendations based on performance analysis
• Troubleshoot complex RF issues, including:

o Coverage gaps and Interference

o Handover failures and mobility issues
o Throughput and capacity degradation
o Voice call quality degradation and latency

Nokia / Ericsson Vendor Expertise

• Perform RF design, optimization, and performance tuning within Nokia and Ericsson RAN environments.

• Demonstrate deep understanding of vendor specific parameters, features, and configurations, aligned with 3GPP standards.

• Utilize Nokia OSS / Ericsson OSS tools, dashboards, and feature sets for diagnostics, monitoring, and performance optimization.

• Apply vendor specific best practices to enhance LTE and NR performance, reliability, and user experience.

Technical Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare comprehensive RF design and optimization documentation, including:

o RF Design Specifications (RFDS)
o RTWP and interference analysis
o MIMO layer configurations and beamforming strategies
o Antenna specifications, tilts, azimuths, and design rationale

• Produce regular optimization, feasibility, and performance reports for internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Clearly communicate technical findings, risks, and recommendations to both technical and non technical audiences.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of hands on experience in RF planning and optimization for LTE and 5G (NR NSA and SA ) networks.
• Independently delivers high quality work without the need for ongoing support or oversight
• Mandatory Nokia and Ericsson vendor experience, including:

o RAN platforms and OSS tools
o RF Parameter and feature configurations

• Expert level proficiency with RF design, modeling, and propagation analysis.
• Proven experience delivering KPI improvements in live Tier 1 networks Canadian or North American telecom experience
• Strong technical understanding of:

o LTE & NR PHY / MAC / RRC layers

o Massive MIMO and beamforming concepts
o Carrier Aggregation, Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS)
o VoLTE / VoNR design and optimization
o 3G, LTE, 5G NSA and 5G SA

o Interference detection and mitigation techniques

CGI is providing a reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors including but not limited to skill set level, geographic market, experience and training, and licenses and certifications. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $95000 - $145000. This Role is an existing vacancy

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