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Design Specialist II - 5G Capacity and Data Analytics

Location: 

Toronto, ON, CA Burnaby, BC, CA Ottawa, ON, CA Calgary, AB, CA Edmonton, AB, CA

Req ID:  46343
Jobs by Category:  Technology Solutions
Job Function:  Network & Engineering
Status:  Full Time
Schedule:  Regular

Description


Are you ready to be part of the wireless service revolution?

Join our team and what we’ll accomplish together

Our RAN capacity planning team drives critical decisions that shape TELUS' wireless network evolution, combining advanced data analytics with innovative engineering solutions. From developing multi-year network strategies to optimizing daily capacity demands, we ensure seamless network performance for our customers. You'll have the opportunity to master cutting-edge technologies while applying modern engineering practices, including automation and AI/ML, as we build and maintain Canada's most reliable wireless network

As a 5G Capacity and Data Analytics Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping TELUS' radio access network evolution. Your expertise will drive efficient capacity planning and engineering, ensuring our network meets and exceeds customer expectations. You'll be the crucial link between network performance, business requirements, and customer experience, translating complex data into actionable insights.
Your blend of creativity, strong data analytics skills, and RF engineering knowledge will be instrumental in optimizing our 4G/5G networks for both existing and emerging services. As part of our dynamic team, you'll contribute to TELUS' wireless network vision, providing valuable guidance to executives on addressing evolving business challenges. Together, we'll pioneer innovative solutions that keep TELUS at the forefront of the 5G revolution, delivering unparalleled connectivity to our customers.


What you’ll do

 

  • Transform our capacity planning processes for the 5G/ORAN service-based era using modern data analytics and automation techniques
  • Define and implement innovative capacity planning models for emerging 5G and LTE use cases
  • Develop and manage comprehensive RAN network capacity plans for both mobility and fixed wireless users
  • Collaborate across technical and business teams to integrate capacity requirements of new technologies and services, ensuring our team's success in an evolving business landscape
  • Create insightful dashboards and data visualizations to communicate network capacity insights within the team, peer groups and to executives
  • Proactively identify current capacity issues and predict future congestion points for regular traffic or special high traffic events through continuous network performance monitoring
  • Lead the execution of wireless capacity augmentations, coordinating with performance and implementation teams to enhance customer experience
  • Drive process improvements for capacity planning and implementation, optimizing efficiency and effectiveness across the network


 

Qualifications


What you bring

 

  • 5+ years of experience in RF engineering, with focus on RAN capacity planning, design, or optimization with demonstrated expertise in 5G/LTE technologies and RF fundamentals
  • 3+ years of experience applying data science techniques such as AI/ML to radio planning and optimization
  • Strong understanding of wireless KPIs and network performance metrics
  • Proven ability to work independently and drive projects from conception to completion
  • Experience with network planning tools and capacity models used for forecasting
  • Ability to analyze problems at both site-specific and national network levels, making data-driven decisions that impact network performance
  • Proficiency in data visualization and analysis tools used in network planning
  • Working knowledge of SQL for data extraction and analysis
  • Familiarity with automation tools and Python scripting for network analysis
  • Experience with RF planning such as Atoll and optimization techniques
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills to present technical findings to various stakeholders
  • Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering,Computer Engineering or in Computer Science



Great-to-haves

 

  • Master degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
  • Experience with Open RAN architecture and implementation
  • Industry certifications and experience with Agile development and for cloud based network solutions (e.g. GCP, AWS)

 

Location: Any Major Canadian city



 
Salary Range:  $88,000-$132,000
Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan:  12%

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. In addition, TELUS offers rewarding benefits such as:

  • Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
  • Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both, based on the role's requirements
  • Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
  • Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
  • Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
  • And much more …

Please note that the compensation shown in the job posting may be subject to change in 2025.

A bit about us

We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world. 

You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly.

Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.

 

 

 

 

Technology Solutions

We’re into seeing where technology can take us, so if you have ever imagined what the future of supply chain management, cybersecurity, the cloud and Internet of Things will look like, we want you to be part of the team that makes it happen.

We are honoured to be recognized

5G
TELUS’s fastest network. 5G enables a superior experience with fast downloads and richer multimedia applications

6
Innovation centres across Canada that bring our team members together with customers, partners, start ups, universities, hospitals and fellow colleagues to tackle some of the biggest technological hurdles Canada will face in the near future.

1
Million active users logging into My TELUS per month (consumer mobility).

Accessibility

TELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process.

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