Senior Telecom Engineer Consultant

On behalf of a world-leading professional services firm and international Tech Hub, Clan is seeking a Senior Telecom Engineer Consultant with a strong advisory mindset, technical breadth, and excellent client-facing skills to join their Telecom Engineering Center of Excellence (CoE) in Porto or Lisbon. In this role, you will bridge the gap between complex network engineering and high-level business strategy, acting as a key advisor in large-scale transformation programs for Tier 1 Telecom Carriers across Europe. Apply Now https://emprego.clan.pt/ofertas-de-emprego/103510/senior-telecom-engineer-consultant-lisboa

Key Responsibilities
- To participate actively in telecom network consultancy projects (mobile and fixed), focusing on transformation and strategic initiatives.
- To contribute to the design, planning, and implementation of end-to-end network solutions, ensuring a cross-functional approach that aligns technical capabilities with business objectives.
- To plan, coordinate, and execute project activities with autonomy to ensure the timely delivery of key outputs.
- To collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams to identify requirements, define solutions, and coordinate implementation activities.
- To manage relationships with clients and key stakeholders within your scope of action.
- To support and mentor junior team members in project deliverables while maintaining full autonomy in client-facing environments. Requirements &

Qualifications:
- Higher Education degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar.
- At least 4 years of experience in the design, management, and/or implementation of mobile or fixed telecommunications networks.
- Experience in network architecture, implementation, or operation, with participation in projects covering at least one of the following domains:
• Radio Access Networks (RAN)
• Mobile Core (EPC and 5G Core)
• Transport Networks (Backhaul, Aggregation, and Core)
• Edge Infrastructure and Telco Cloud
• Operations Support Systems (OSS) and network orchestration solutions
• Internet of Things (IoT) platforms and solutions
- Methodologies & Frameworks (Value-Add):
• Virtualization/containerization of network functions (VNF/CNF) and lifecycle management.
• Project management frameworks (PMP, PRINCE2).
• Telecom process and infrastructure management frameworks (ITIL, eTOM, ONAP, CAMARA APIs, etc.).
• Technical or Cloud certifications (e.g., Nokia, Ericsson, Red Hat, AWS, GCP).
- Soft Skills & Mindset:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, essential for client-facing consultancy.
• Strong team-working abilities, collaboration skills, and a proven track record of building trust with clients and peers.
• Critical thinking, analytical capabilities, and structured problem-solving skills.
• High level of organization, planning, quality orientation, and personal autonomy.
- Languages & Mobility:
• Fluency in English and Portuguese (written and spoken) is required; knowledge of a third language is highly valued.
• Availability to participate in international projects.

What we offer
- Employment Contract with the client.
- Personalized Career Development: A diverse work environment fostering continuous learning and a tailored career development plan matching your goals.
- Global Impact: Participation in high-profile national and international projects within a specialized security domain.
- Continuous Learning: Unlimited access to top online learning platforms (LinkedIn Learning and Udemy) and opportunities for specialized training and certifications in emerging technologies (with a strong focus on Cloud).
- Vibrant Culture: A culture of innovation, excellence, and trust, alongside active tech communities and collaborative initiatives.