Specialist : Technology at Vodacom

Role Purpose

To introduce and Integrate new technologies, features and strategies into the Vodacom network, and always be aware of technological changes that can provide Vodacom with a competitive lead across the network. Always have strategic plans aimed at seizing opportunities and dealing with competitive threats. Integrate modern RAN automation solutions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• The introduction of new technologies, features and strategies into the Vodacom network for 5G ,LTE, UMTS, 2G, and others( Nb-IoT).
• Ensure that new technologies are optimally working, without causing any degradation in the network.
• Conducting sessions with Regional teams to ensure adherence to new guidelines.
• Continuous review and alignment of RAN network strategies, and implement the latest technologies.(SON platforms)
• Devise plans for new strategies that is aimed at improving customer data and voice experience, including projects such as Inter eNB CA , Active RAN sharing and spectrum pooling  with Rain.
• Researching of future technologies, understanding the advantages and disadvantages, and implementing best global practices.
• Providing support to regional teams, Core, NMG and Tx for Network Strategies and Optimization.
• Providing support to our RAN sharing technology partners. ( Rain , Telkom , Liquid).
• Facilitating knowledge sharing and upskilling, to NMG, and regional teams, to ensure correct deployment of new technologies, strategies and features.( Nb-IoT , ARS, IENBCA).

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• 3 year degree/diploma in electronic or telecommunication, equivalent or higher.
• Strong experience in RAN planning and optimisation. (inclusive of basic 5G  knowledge is essential).
• Knowledgeable of a wide range on RAT features and parameters across vendors with detailed knowledge of RAN vendors used in Vodacom SA (currently Huawei and Nokia). 
• RAN performance counters and protocol stacks analytical skills.
• Ability to utilise any PM counter tool of field measurement tools, such as Actix.