Riaan Maartens

Sr. Engineer RAN Configuration

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

About

Experience

  • Senior Engineer RAN Configuration at MTN
    Jan 2013 - Present · 13 yrs 7 mos

    • Maintain and develop RAN configurations by creating and deploying specifications, standards, and tools. • Train Planning & Optimization Engineers on new tools and systems. • Scope, test, and implement new network features and specifications. • Collaborate with vendors for tool development, integration, and troubleshooting. • Develop custom tools using Ruby, PHP, and BASH to streamline configuration activities. • Provide high-level guidance to Radio Planning Engineers and ensure network data integrity.

  • T-Mobile Netherlands (The Hague Area, Netherlands · On-site)
    • Sr. OSS Solutions Architect
      Jun 2012 - Jan 2013 · 8 mos

      • Designed end-to-end OSS solutions aligning with technology partners’ needs. • Developed the OSS Tooling Roadmap and managed complex transformation programs. • Led supplier negotiations and technical tests for OSS solutions. • Created business cases considering CAPEX, OPEX, and resource impact.

    • Sr. Application Manager & Developer
      Jul 2010 - May 2012 · 1 yr 11 mos

      • Aligned Radio Networks processes with market trends and technologies. • Developed and maintained legacy tooling using PHP, JavaScript, and MySQL. • Designed high/low-level documentation for new tools and participated in RFQs. • Enhanced tooling efficiency and generated key network performance reports.

    • Sr. RF Optimisation Engineer
      Jun 2008 - Jul 2010 · 2 yrs 2 mos

      • Automated RF processes and created tools for KPI reporting using VBA, PHP, and MySQL. • Represented T-Mobile NL in international Tools & Systems groups.

  • Orange Netherlands (The Hague Area, Netherlands · On-site)
    • Radio Engineering Support Expert
      Sep 2005 - Jun 2008 · 2 yrs 10 mos

      • Defined strategic coverage plans and supported radio design/optimization tools. • Conducted deep analyses of network issues and recommended optimizations.

    • Radio Design Engineer
      Dec 2000 - Sep 2005 · 4 yrs 10 mos

      • Designed GSM/UMTS networks, performed site surveys, and optimized new sites.

  • Junior Manager at Telkom South Africa
    Apr 1999 - Oct 2000 · 1 yr 7 mos

    • Managed radio teams and logistics, conducted feasibility studies, and handled project management.