City : Brampton, ON, CA

Category : Engineering

Industry : Telecommunications

Employer : Rogers

At Rogers, we are committed to helping Canadians bridge the digital divide and ensure that no one is left behind in accessing reliable connectivity. Through our Service Expansion projects, we are proud to bring our wireless and internet service to homes and businesses across the country to connect them to the people and things that matter most. 

Our rapidly growing team is looking for new team members who are committed to making connectivity possible for our neighbours, communities, and local businesses. This team works cross-functionally, collaborating with our Network, Rogers for Business, and Consumer teams to make a lasting impact in underserved or unserved communities for generations to come. 

Come play a key role in building the future of innovation in Canada.

 
Are you up for the challenge and the fun? If so, consider the following opportunity:

Senior Wireless Access Planner - RAN Strategy

Our Digital & Technology team wakes up every day with one goal in mind – to connect Canadians to the people and things that matter most. Collectively, we’re proud to support 30 million Canadians each month.

We manage a robust portfolio that champions the leading edge of technology and media. We drive projects that expand connectivity to underserved communities from coast-to-coast-to-coast; build and enhance our fixed broadband network to provide high-speed Internet, TV and Smart Home Monitoring; and support our world class wireless network, offering our customers Canada’s largest and most reliable 5G network. As the Digital & Technology team, we are building our tomorrow, today.

Come play a key role in building the future of innovation in Canada, Let’s make your possible.

Do you enjoy working on high-scale, complex, and high visibility projects and programs? If yes, consider the following opportunity:

This senior Wireless Access Planner in Access Wireless Strategy team will be dedicated to develop the wireless access strategy and drive mid term/long term wireless investments. If you are forward looking individual with wireless vision and strong technical knowledge this is position for you.

Responsibilities Include:

• Evaluate new RAN technologies and products on design, impact, and implementation
• You are technology and strategy expert that will develop the 3-year wireless access build and future technology roadmap for Rogers.
• Develop and analyze alternatives to recommend the most economical solution to meet departmental and organizational objectives regarding future network expansion, subscriber growth and usage patterns.
• Work closely with vendors and National Planning teams and create Rogers specific wireless roadmap. Create studies to determine the best way forward for the wireless network.
• Evaluate Rogers position in Canadian market and create plans for best allocation of the capital spend.
• Identify areas of improvement for the wireless network to keep Rogers ahead of competition
• Work closely with business teams to develop multiyear Network expansion plan for wireless Access network.
• Recommend course of action to management to resolve capacity and technical issue within the access network.
• Collaborate with Business teams, Regional Planning, Network Implementation and Engineering teams to communicate priorities.
• Conduct studies for special projects

Qualifications:

• Education experience post-secondary education, Bachelor of Electrical or Telecommunication Engineering preferably.
• 5-10 years of work experience in a wireless communication industry
• Strong knowledge and working experience on Wireless Access Network architecture and technology. Full Scope of GSM/HSPA/LTE/5G Radio Access
• Deep understanding of industry standards and technical Specs, such as 3GPP, etc., including L1/2/3, network interfaces, and protocols. Expert on vendor roadmaps, such as Ericsson RAN.
• Proficient in wireless access network infrastructure, including Macro/small cell/In-building/Femto. Working knowledge of advanced RAN features: LTE & NR carrier aggregation, EN-DC, Massive MIMO, etc.
• Strong understanding of the best practice on the cell site designing & building, capacity dimensioning and performance monitoring of LTE & 5G Wireless Access Networks and systems including 5~10 years experience with roles and functions of access network elements.
• Strong aptitude for research, data analysis and trend development
• Strong financial acumen, understanding of project budgets and cost analysis

Competencies:

• Personal Competencies: Self Motivated; Leadership; Problem Solving / Judgment; Customer Service Orientation; Teamwork and Collaboration; Initiative; Achievement Orientation
• Highly adaptive and flexible to changing environments and priorities. Ability to see full picture in order to deliver on objectives. Out of box thinker
• Demonstrated ability to manage and track projects. Result-oriented, able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and meeting deadlines
• Proven ability to operate autonomously, within general direction guidelines
• Able to communicate in a concise and effective manner with technical and non-technical audience
• Excel at providing executive summary and power point presentations
• Expert knowledge of MapInfo, Power BI and other mapping and analytics tools

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Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 8200 Dixie Road (101), Brampton, ON
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Posting Category/Function: Technology & Engineering
Requisition ID: 279639
 

What makes us different makes us stronger. Rogers has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential. At Rogers, we value the insights and innovation that diverse teams bring to work. We work with our candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Rogers FAQ.
 
Posting Notes:  Digital & Technology

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