Rakuten Mobile, Inc. Verified 3d ago
Regional Head – RF Planning, Optimization & Deployment (RMI Network Planning, Optimization & Deployment Dep)
Tokyo, Japan On-site
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TypeFull-time
Work settingOn-site
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About the role
We are seeking a visionary Regional Head to lead RF planning, optimization, and deployment activities. You will be responsible for delivering superior network coverage, capacity, and quality while driving the transformation toward autonomous, AI-driven network operations.
What you'll bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years in wireless/mobile network engineering with deep expertise in RF planning and optimization
- 5+ years in a leadership role within network engineering or operations.
- Technical Depth: Mastery of LTE/5G radio networks, RF design, propagation modeling, link budget analysis, interference management, and capacity planning.
- Tools & Platforms: Proficiency in OSS platforms, drive test tools, planning software, GIS platforms, and network performance analytics.
- Innovation Mindset: Understanding of AI/ML applications in telecom, automation frameworks, and data-driven optimization.
- Communication: English proficiency is required
- Experience in dense urban network environments (e.g., Tokyo) and understanding of Japanese telecom market dynamics.
- Hands-on experience with 5G rollout, SON, AIOps, closed-loop automation, or autonomous network operations.
- Exposure to agentic AI workflows or advanced intelligent operations platforms.
- Strategic thinking, technical leadership, and data-driven problem solving.
- Strong execution focus with an innovation-first mindset.