AGM-Circle Performance Management

Job Req ID: 49234

Location:

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, IN

Function: Technology/ IOT/Cloud

About:

Vodafone Idea Limited is an Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group partnership. It is India’s leading telecom service provider. The Company provides pan India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G and 4G platform. With the large spectrum portfolio to support the growing demand for data and voice, the company is committed to deliver delightful customer experiences and contribute towards creating a truly ‘Digital India’ by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow. The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence. The Company is listed on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.

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Role	TL - RAN Performance SME
Job Level/ Designation	M2
Function / Department	Technology/Quality
Location	Lucknow
Job Purpose	We are seeking an experienced and technically proficient TL - RAN Performance to lead our Radio Access Network optimization and performance management initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise across multiple wireless technologies (2G, 4G, and 5G) with a strong focus on data KPIs, RF parameter optimization, and field performance enhancement.
Job Purpose
Key Result Areas/Accountabilities	Lead and manage RAN performance optimization activities across 2G, 4G, and 5G networks Monitor, analyze, and improve critical data KPIs including throughput, latency, packet loss, RSRP, RSRQ, SINR, and user experience metrics Proficiency with network performance tools including Ground Hog, TEMS, Nemo, Actix, Atoll, NetAct, U2000,AZQ etc. Expert knowledge of data KPIs including throughput, latency, packet loss, RSRP, RSRQ, SINR, CQI, RI, PMI Conduct comprehensive Single Cell Field Tests (SCFT) to validate network performance and identify optimization opportunities Drive network performance benchmarking and competitive analysis initiatives Establish and maintain KPI targets aligned with business objectives and customer experience goals. Manage LMS tuning for optimal traffic distribution and resource utilization Supports new trail/feature/technology to achieve smoothly improve experience by driving Performance monitoring Implementation and acceptance testing of new node/features in co-ordination with partners, Central Quality & SNOC Team. Ensure utilization monitoring and timely optimization/deployment of radio network capacity, license capacity, 4G spectrum and Transmission BW upgrade etc Ensuring team development and synergy to deliver high performance culture and safety Deriving insights from Customer complaints analysis and recommend corrective actions. Use of available tool to derive indepth analysis of customer issue and map with technical parameter and optimize the network for best customer experience. Conduct root cause analysis for network degradation and customer experience issues Present optimization results, KPI trends, and improvement recommendations to stakeholders Lead, mentor, and develop a team of RAN performance engineers and optimization specialists
Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience
	In-depth technical knowledge in radio network parameters & optimization (2G/3G/4G/VoLTE) for Nokia OEM.
	Excellent domain knowledge and on- field optimization experience
	Hands on experience with tools like Ground Hog. Schema, SOM Arieso, TEMS, NEMO, Atoll, TEOCO, Anritsu , MUSA and crowd based analytic tools etc
	Very good analytical skills to trouble shoot network quality KPI degradation/ customer complaints Should be able to analyze the key issue with depth trouble shooting and 3GPP standard mapping. Person should have knowledge on volte and 4G optimization of large network and basic IP network knowledge.
	People management capability, very good cross functional co-ordination. Experience with Optimization and Multiband tuning with specific LTE equipment of Nokia – MUST HAVE HANDS ON LTE OPTIMIZATION EXPERIENCE AND BE FAMILIAR WITH VENDOR PARAMETERS Define LTE parameter settings including multi-band load balancing, traffic management, ANR, SON, and LTE Scheduler values, with particular focus on LTE Traffic management across multiple LTE bands Analyze data to understand and identify impact of parameter and software feature changes to determine optimal network configurations

Must have technical / professional qualifications	B.Tech Electronics and Telecommunications with 10+ years of experience

Vodafone Idea Limited (formerly Idea Cellular Limited)
An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership