RF / POP Engineer at Victoria Hotel and Resort

At Victoria Waterfront Hotel & Resorts, we believe in creating an oasis of comfort and sophistication along the picturesque coast of Lagos. Our mission is to offer exceptional hospitality through a combination of modern amenities, impeccable service, and personalized experiences. Whether you’re visiting for business or leisure, our dedicated team is on hand to ensure your every need is met—so you can fully immerse yourself in the serenity and energy of our waterfront setting.

Beyond providing stylish accommodations, we celebrate the vibrant local culture through events, dining experiences, and thoughtful guest activities. Join us and discover the perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and authentic Lagos charm.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: RF / POP Engineer

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• We are looking for an RF / POP Engineer to bridge the gap between our wireless access infrastructure and our core network backbone.

Key Responsibilities
RF Engineering & Wireless Infrastructure:

• Link Planning: Perform path analysis and site surveys for Point-to-Point (PtP) and Point-to-Multipoint (PtMP) microwave/millimeter-wave backhaul links.
• Spectrum Management: Monitor frequency utilization, mitigate interference, and perform channel planning to optimize throughput and signal quality.
• Hardware Deployment: Oversee the installation, alignment, and commissioning of outdoor radio units, antennas, GPS sync modules, and surge suppression systems.
• Performance Optimization: Analyze SNR, RSSI, and modulation rates to troubleshoot connectivity issues and improve link stability.

POP Infrastructure & Operations:

• Site Management: Maintain physical POP sites (data centers, telecom shelters, or tower cabinets), ensuring proper power distribution (DC/AC), grounding, environmental cooling, and cable management.
• Network Integration: Rack, stack, and configure aggregation switches and edge routers to terminate local wireless and fiber loops into the network core.
• Capacity Planning: Monitor port utilization and bandwidth saturation at POP sites; execute hardware upgrades as required by traffic growth.
• Security & Compliance: Enforce physical security protocols at remote sites and ensure all installations adhere to telecommunications safety and building codes.

Required Technical Skills & Qualifications
Technical Competencies:

• Wireless Technologies: Deep understanding of wireless standards (e.g., 802.11ac/ax, LTE/5G, proprietary microwave systems like Cambium, Ubiquiti, Aviat, or Ceragon).
• Networking Fundamentals: Solid grasp of OSI Layer 2/3 (VLANs, Subnetting, OSPF/BGP, Static Routing).
• Physical Layer: Proficiency in fiber optic handling (cleaning, splicing, SFP installation) and structured copper cabling (Cat6/Cat6A).
• Tools: Experience with RF planning software (e.g., LinkPlanner, Pathloss) and network monitoring tools (e.g., Zabbix, SolarWinds, PRTG, or NetFlow).

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field (or equivalent field-certified experience).
  Experience: 3 years in a field engineering, tower climbing, or ISP operations role.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment.communication1@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.