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# Specialist O-RAN Engineer

- **Company:** Vodafone Group Plc.
- **Location:** Madrid, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Python (Programming Language), Network Administration, Software Engineering, O-RAN, Information Technology, Optimization Algorithms, Data Analytics
- **Published:** May 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.opcionempleo.com/jobad/es66ed7457625a1bdf1d27b958bfa1a191

## About the Role

* Advanced expertise in 6G radio technologies, including ISAC, NTN, and cell-free Massive MIMO.
 * Strong capability in radio resource management design, analysis, and optimization.
 * Solid understanding of 3GPP and O-RAN architectures, processes, and standardization workflows.
 * Proficiency in software development and simulation (Python) for radio research and validation.
 * Ability to translate research into standards contributions, IPRs, and high-impact publications, * Master's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
 * Strong technical knowledge of RAN Physical Layer concepts, architectures, and protocols.
 * Solid understanding of 3GPP and O-RAN frameworks and standardization processes.
 * Proficiency in Python or equivalent languages for radio modeling, simulation, and automation.
 * Knowledge of AI/ML and data-driven techniques applied to radio systems is a plus

## Description

* Develop advanced AI-driven network management capabilities aligned with 6G vision (automation, intelligence, scalability).
 * Research and develop advanced radio resource management algorithms for 6G cell-free Massive MIMO environments.
 * Ensure research alignment with 3GPP and O-RAN frameworks, actively contributing to standardization activities.
 * Strengthen Vodafone's innovation impact through IPR generation, papers, and other publications., * Lead research and validation of advanced 6G radio technologies for ISAC, NTN, and cell-free Massive MIMO.
 * Design and validate novel algorithms/models for autonomous decision-making in telecom networks (e.g., RAN optimisation, SMO integration).
 * Develop and assess innovative radio resource management and optimization algorithms.
 * Ensure alignment with 3GPP and O-RAN architectures and contribute to standardization.
 * Build software prototypes and simulation tools to support research and trials.
 * Translate research outcomes into impact through IPRs, papers, and publications
 * Maturity and performance impact of developed radio resource management and optimization algorithms.
 * Effective contribution to 3GPP and O-RAN standardization, including accepted inputs and technical influence.
 * Quality and reuse of software prototypes and simulation tools supporting research and trials.


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