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Principal Engineer

Date:  9 Jul 2026
Location: 

SG

Company:  StarHub Ltd

Job Description

Hiring a skilled Network Engineer to join our Radio Technology team, driving the design, deployment, and evolution of next-generation mobile networks.

This role combines deep technical expertise in 4G/5G RAN, hands-on rollout experience, and a forward-looking mindset toward AI-driven and Open RAN network transformation.

 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Act as a domain expert in RAN design and optimization, focusing on 5G architecture, parameter planning, and network tuning.
•    Collaborate closely with Antina site rollout, integration, and field validation of mobile base stations.
•    Familiar with both indoor and outdoor 4G/5G base stations deployment and integration of both indoor and outdoor.
•    Collaborate with internal stakeholders and infrastructure partners to manage rollout activities, site integration, and performance validation.
•    Conduct end-to-end feature testing, lab trials, and user acceptance testing for firmware, software upgrades, and new network capabilities.
•    Familiar with the UE test tools and perform drive test to validate the network performance, including signalling analysis and troubleshooting.
•    Support multi-band and multi-technology trials and deployments and spectrum re-farming for both NSA and SA networks.
•    Engage in Open RAN and AI-RAN initiatives, including RIC integration, SON, and automation for zero-touch operations.
•    Leverage 3GPP standards and best practices to support scalable and future-ready network architectures.
•    Apply cost-optimized strategies to improve CAPEX/OPEX efficiency in network rollouts and enhancements.
•    Contribute to enterprise 5G and private network deployments, supporting industry-specific use cases and business demands.
•    Collaborate with analytics and strategy teams to explore data monetization opportunities using RAN/Core network insights and digital twin technologies.

Qualifications

•    Bachelor’s degree in electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
•    5+ years of hands-on experience in mobile network design, planning, and optimization.
•    Strong understanding of 4G/5G RAN + ORAN technologies, network layers, and deployment workflows.
•    Experience with multi-vendor environments and integration of third-party network solutions.
•    Proficient in Radio network troubleshooting, parameter tuning, and performance analytics.
•    Familiarity with cloud-native architecture, containerization (e.g., Kubernetes), and network slicing is preferred.
•    Hands-on experience with scripting or programming (e.g., Python, Java, C#, SQL) for automation and reporting.
•    Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills to lead cross-functional collaboration and vendor coordination.

•    AI certification is an advantage

Skills and Competencies:

•    Cellular DAS Design, Deployment, Commissioning & Optimization

▪    RF Lab Architecture & Operations, Shielded Chambers (5G FR1/FR2)

▪    G NR Beamforming, MIMO, CA, EN-DC, DSS

▪    MNO Liaison, Vendor Governance, RFP/BOM

▪    Tools: Atoll, iBwave, Actix, TEMS, Keysight, R&S, Anritsu

▪    RF System Design & Multi-Technology Integration (5G/4G/3G)

▪    Distributed Antenna System (DAS) Engineering (Active/Passive/Hybrid)

▪    In-Building Coverage (IBC) Planning & Venue Modelling

▪    Fiber & RF Distribution Network Architecture (RF/Optical)

▪    Test Methodology Development, Quality Assurance & Compliance

▪    Performance Analysis, KPI Reporting & Optimization

▪    Contractor, Vendor & Supplier Performance Management

▪    Commercial Proposal Preparation, Costing & Technical Documentation

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