What exactly is a 5G network optimization engineer?
5G, the fifth generation mobile communication technology (5th Generation Mobile Communication Technology, referred to as 5G) is a new generation of broadband mobile communication technology with the characteristics of high speed, low delay and large connection. facility. It has been more than four years since China issued 5G commercial licenses in 2019. How is the current development?
With the advancement of 5G commercial use, the coverage of China's 5G network has continued to expand, and large-scale commercial use in major cities and some important areas has been achieved. With the construction and optimization of the network, major operators have launched a variety of 5G mobile phones and data packages, and the number of users continues to increase. At the same time, the application of 5G in various industries is also developing rapidly, covering many fields such as intelligent manufacturing, driverless driving, Internet of Things, medical health, and education. The demand for relevant technical talents is also increasing. And the term "5G engineer" can actually cover multiple jobs related to 5G projects.
So here comes the problem again! Which positions can be called "5G engineers"?
Usually there are: 5G communication test engineer, 5G base station antenna research and development expert, optical transmission engineer, 5G network optimization engineer , etc. Among them, 5G network optimization engineer is one of the current hot positions.
With the construction of 5G networks and the geometric growth of terminals (UE), wireless networks are becoming more and more extensive and complex. The network optimization engineer is mainly responsible for improving and maintaining the quality of the wireless network, ensuring the stability, reliability and high-speed performance of the network, so as to provide better communication services and user experience. It plays an important role in operators such as China Mobile, China Telecom and China Unicom. As an operator, the price is cost-effective, and the signal is good and stable, which will directly affect the choice of the operator. For the user's communication experience, the operator needs to improve the network quality, and needs to continuously improve and maintain the wireless network, thus creating 5G Network optimization engineer .
What does a 5G network optimization engineer do?
As the name implies, it is the professional technical work of testing, analyzing and optimizing 4G/5G wireless network. The progress of network optimization work is directly related to our experience of using 4G/5G wireless networks.
Network optimization engineers find out the reasons that affect the network quality by means of traffic data analysis, on-site test data collection, parameter analysis, and hardware inspection of the existing mobile phone network, and through parameter modification, network structure adjustment, and capacity expansion , interference tuning, equipment configuration adjustment and certain technical means to ensure the high-quality operation of the system, so that the existing network resources can get the best benefits, and the most economical investment can get the biggest benefits.
As the most popular 5G network optimization engineer in 5G, it is divided into front and back. The editor will give a detailed explanation on the classification of 5G jobs and optimization responsibilities.
5G network optimization front-end test (referring to 5G network optimization junior engineer)
Single station verification - detection of a single base station
Complaints Handling - Field Test
Driving test (DT test) Analyze and detect whether there is coverage interference on the road according to the data
The above types are mainly engaged in front-end testing of 5G network optimization engineers. Generally speaking, it is mainly outfield work, doing unlimited data testing, RF adjustment, etc., using a computer or mobile phone with testing software to test the network signal quality at the current testing location. and related indicators. It belongs to outdoor work, running around, and some people may need night testing to catch up with the progress. It is relatively hard, and the salary is generally only about 3-5K. It is not a technical position. It is recommended for fresh graduates or interns who want to To understand the industry, you can experience it first.
5G network optimization background engineer
Mainly based on the test results, an optimization report is submitted in accordance with the requirements of the operator, and the network optimization is carried out after review and approval to solve the problem of 5G base station network failures, further optimize 5G network indicators, and improve 5G network performance. Therefore, as long as there is a mobile communication network, optimization work is inevitable.
5G network optimization background engineers generally work in local operators, China Unicom, China Mobile, and telecom buildings. They are relatively stable and rely on technology to make a living. Generally, the salary of intermediate engineers is 7-12K. Long-term development can also be senior network optimization engineers. Experts, management direction to develop, as long as keep learning, improve technology, the future is very promising.
Why are network optimization engineers so scarce?
China's land area is 9.6 million square kilometers, so how many such 5G base stations are needed to cover it? At a recent press conference on the development of industry and informatization in the first half of 2023, sources from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology revealed that by the end of June this year, my country had a total of 2.937 million 5G base stations, approaching the 3 million mark, covering all prefecture-level cities, urban areas and counties. urban area. At the same time, 5G mobile phone users reached 676 million, which is about to exceed the 700 million mark, 5G traffic accounted for 42.9%, and mobile Internet of Things terminal users exceeded 2.12 billion.
From 2019 to the present, when the Internet industry is in trouble and a large number of layoffs are in the industry, communication has been singing all the way. As an important field of national key development, communication is as important to people's livelihood as drinking water and electricity. As an important field of national strategic development, communication has always been supported and invested by the government. In the era of digital economy, communication is the core infrastructure to promote the development of the information society, which is related to many aspects such as national security, economic development and people's life. Therefore, the communication industry has received the attention and support of the government in all aspects. Therefore, relevant companies and practitioners in the communications industry play a vital role in the process of 5G construction and promotion. With the continuous construction and optimization of 5G networks, the demand for various related professionals in the communications industry will increase accordingly, which provides certain stable employment opportunities for the industry.
In general, although the entire Internet industry has faced challenges and pressures in recent years, communications, as an important area of national strategic development, have the advantages of stable employment and development. Especially driven by 5G technology, the communication industry still maintains a relatively stable and healthy development trend.
According to the forecast of the "5G Economic and Social Impact White Paper" released by the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology, by 2030, 5G technology will bring nearly 20 million direct or indirect employment opportunities to the job market. This mainly covers various positions related to 5G technology, including network engineers, application engineers, 5G network optimization engineers, etc. With the continuous promotion and application of 5G technology, the demand for 5G-related talents in various industries will further increase, providing more opportunities for the job market.
In general, the commercialization of 5G technology has promoted the growth of demand for relevant talents and brought new opportunities to the job market. Talents who master 5G technology and related majors will have broader development prospects in the future job market.
Benefits and Prospects of 5G Network Optimization Engineers
4G has changed the era, and 5G has changed the world. With the advent of the 5G era, the demand for 5G talents has shown explosive growth. The wide application and commercial use of 5G has accelerated the demand for talents in related industries, especially in the field of wireless network optimization. Due to the fierce competition and the intensified layout of cities and enterprises for 5G commercial use, the demand for wireless network optimization engineers and related talents has become more urgent, making the demand for relevant talents in various cities and enterprises more urgent, and the demand for 5G talents has emerged Explosive growth. The huge talent gap has led to a rising salary in the 5G wireless network optimization market. With the accumulation of work experience, the salary will continue to increase. It is a profession that "gets better with age."
Similar to the trend of explosive growth in demand, the salaries of 5G talent-related positions have also shown a substantial increase. The report shows that the average salary of 5G-related positions from January to May 2023 is 15,644 yuan, and from January to May 2022 is 10,839 yuan, a growth rate of 44.33 % , and the average salary of 5G-related jobs has surpassed the financial industry and the Internet IT industry Some of the high-paying jobs in This shows the scarcity of the 5G talent market and the high salaries provided by companies to attract and retain outstanding talents.
The "2022 Talent Attraction Report" released by BOSS Zhipin also shows that communication positions such as optical transmission engineers, radio frequency engineers, and 5G network optimization engineers have significant salary increases. Among them, the data also shows a significant increase in the salary of communication positions. With the rapid advancement of China's 5G commercialization, the demand for talents and salary levels of core communication technology positions continue to rise.
Industry certification
The popularity of the network is getting wider and wider. In the Internet + era, it is destined that network engineers, especially high-end network engineers, will become more and more sought-after. According to relevant data, the average salary of employees with Huawei certification is higher than the industry average! Huawei's HCIP certificate is very useful in the ICT field. When you are employed, having an HCIP certificate has a very high success rate. What is certain is that the authority of Huawei certification is recognized by most companies, and the technical requirements applied in the process of maintaining and using Huawei equipment are also quite large.
Because of the high gold content of Huawei certification in the industry and the importance of Huawei certification to 5G network optimization engineers, Youcheng Education applied for authorization to open the VUE test center last year to facilitate the test. Since its opening to the present, thousands of people have passed the exam one after another. In addition to our own Youcheng students, there are also social colleagues from outside. In the later work, some companies may require a certificate to work, and sometimes promotion and salary increase are also essential. Having a certificate in hand can also improve one's confidence.
But for 5G network optimization engineers, 5G skills are the basis for high salaries, and Huawei certification is the icing on the cake for high salaries. These two are indispensable for the high-paying work of 5G network optimization engineers.
How can I apply for a 5G network optimization position?
5G network optimization background middle and senior engineer employment class
01. Admission conditions
1. Age: Aspiring people aged 18-38
02. Training time and place
1. Study time: 3 months
2. Address of Wuhan Campus: 2nd Floor, Block B, Wenchang Building, International Enterprise Center, Hongshan District, Wuhan City
03. Sign a guaranteed salary package
Sign up to sign a training and employment agreement. After the employment class is over, the guaranteed salary is not less than 7K. The job is guaranteed to be a senior engineer post in the background of 5G network optimization, and each student is guaranteed to pass the internship period safely, lifelong technical support and employment guarantee!
04. Employment security
Sign a training and employment agreement upon enrollment, and the monthly salary is less than 7,000 yuan, and the tuition fee will be refunded in full!
After graduation, the students are directly recommended to work in a well-known domestic communication company, and the position is a senior engineer in the background of 5G network optimization. All students promise not to be employed or the starting salary of employment is less than 7,000 yuan, and all tuition fees will be refunded. The employment position is a middle-level and senior 5G network optimization background engineer, working indoors in mobile, China Unicom, and telecommunications companies. The atmosphere is harmonious, purely technical positions, and multiple career promotion routes are available.
2023 5G network optimization background middle and senior engineer employment class
Average employment salary per class!
The annual average salary in 2022 is 8527 yuan, and the employment rate is 100%!
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