Wireless Network Planning and Optimization Engineer

About the role

The Wireless Network Planning and Optimization Engineer will design, simulate and optimise 2G/3G/4G/5G radio networks for our operations in Mozambique. The role involves close collaboration with rollout teams, operators and equipment vendors to ensure high‑quality network performance and user experience.

Key responsibilities

• Plan 2/3/4/5G wireless networks, conduct site surveys and simulation analyses, and provide engineering parameter recommendations.
• Perform DT/CQT tests, single‑site and cluster optimisation, analyse KPIs and resolve issues such as weak coverage, interference, abnormal handovers or throughput.
• Optimise Voice/VoLTE, Carrier Aggregation (CA) and Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS) features, handle user‑experience complaints and coordinate third‑party tests.
• Produce optimisation reports, communicate findings to operators, rollout teams and equipment vendors, and support emergency event assurance.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, electronic information or a related field (associate degree or higher).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in 4G/5G network planning and optimisation.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English (spoken and written).
• Willingness to perform field work and travel for surveys and testing.

Required skills

• Proficiency with DT tools for drive‑test and network analysis.
• Strong knowledge of LTE/NR air‑interface principles and network KPIs.
• Experience with spectrum planning, Carrier Aggregation (CA) and Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS).
• Ability to conduct site surveys, testing, problem analysis and generate technical reports.