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Our summary
- Work mode
- Hybrid, Madrid
- Contract
- Permanent
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- University degree
- Benefits
- Private health insurance, life insurance






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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
More than five years of experience in radio link technologies.
Experience in validation and implementation of technological solutions.
Experience in coordinating laboratory tests and technological pilots.
Experience in technical supplier management and technological selection processes.
Participation in technological transformation projects with multidisciplinary teams.
Education & certifications
Technical engineering or degree, Higher Engineering or master's in Telecommunications, Physics, or equivalent qualifications.
Languages
Professional English, spoken and written.
The role
RADIO LINK TECHNOLOGICAL EVOLUTION SPECIALIST
Telefónica España
¿Quieres unirte a una empresa líder en la industria tecnológica?
Sabemos que estás en búsqueda de un cambio...
And that's why, at Telefónica España, we offer you the opportunity to join our team.
WORK LOCATION: MADRID
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
What you'll do
WE WANT PEOPLE LIKE YOU... To lead the technological evolution of radio link equipment and its management and control systems, driving the incorporation of new capabilities, versions, and functionalities that ensure technological competitiveness, operational efficiency, quality of service, and network sustainability.
WHAT CHALLENGES YOU WILL FACE ON A DAY-TO-DAY BASIS
Technological definition and evolution: Define the technical and functional requirements of radio link equipment and systems, ensuring their alignment with the needs of the network, operations, and the technological evolution of the business.
Technological validation: Lead the laboratory validation of equipment and the first network implementation (FOA) of controllers, versions, and new functionalities, guaranteeing compliance with technical and operational requirements before their incorporation into the network.
Expert technical support: Provide high-level technological support to the engineering, deployment, operation, and maintenance areas, coordinating the resolution of complex incidents and the validation of solutions that minimize impact on the service.
Technological supplier management: Lead the technical relationship with manufacturers of radio link equipment and systems, performing monitoring of products, roadmaps, versions, capabilities, and obsolescence processes to guarantee their suitability for Telefónica's needs.
Innovation and technological prospecting: Analyze the evolution of radio link technologies and identify innovation opportunities that provide improvements in capacity, automation, operational efficiency, and quality of service.
Pilots and solution evaluation: Coordinate pilots, field tests, and technical evaluation processes for new solutions and suppliers, contributing to the selection of technologies and decision-making for the evolution of the network.
DO YOU IDENTIFY WITH THIS? IT'S TIME TO TAKE THE LEAP!
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Personas con muchas ganas de darlo todo y marcar la diferencia. Apasionadas de la innovación y las tecnologías punteras.
Con esta oportunidad podrás adentrarte en el apasionante universo tecnológico y ser parte del cambio: un mundo más conectado, más humano, y lleno de historias que transforman vidas.
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VALUED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Radio link technologies.
Radio link management systems and controllers.
Network automation and management architectures.
Technological validation and certification methodologies.
Product lifecycle management.
Network support and operation processes.
Network and switching protocols.
Technological evaluation and supplier selection processes.
¿POR QUÉ TELEFÓNICA?
If you join Telefónica, you join one of the TOP TEN technology companies to work for in Spain and a team that keeps reinventing itself every day to be a leader in its sector.
Y es que, en Telefónica España, creemos firmemente que son las personas como tú las que dan sentido a la tecnología y no al revés. Queremos hacer nuestro mundo más humano, conectando la vida de las personas. Y por ello, aspiramos a digitalizar a toda la sociedad, sin dejar a nadie atrás.
Además, somos uno de los mejores empleadores:
Immersing yourself in innovative and challenging projects.
Boosting your professional development through continuous training tailored to your needs and motivations.
We are committed to the balance between professional and personal life. At Telefónica Spain, we promote flexibility, positioning ourselves as a benchmark in new ways of working, schedules, working hours, and work-life balance measures: you will be able to enjoy a hybrid work model.
Te ofrecemos un contrato Indefinido y una retribución muy atractiva.
Life insurance, pension plan, and private medical insurance.
Inviting you to participate in our volunteering program.
You must be familiar with our company's Responsible Business Principles. We seek trustworthy professionals with integrity who are committed to ethical and transparent management, promoting fairer and more sustainable social and environmental development.
About Telefónica
Telefónica is one of the world's largest telecommunications companies, providing fixed and mobile connectivity, digital services, and technology solutions to consumers and businesses across Europe and Latin America. With over 100,000 employees and a strong presence in Spain, the UK, Germany, and Brazil, the company operates through brands such as Movistar, O2, and Vivo, and has expanded into areas like cybersecurity, cloud, IoT, and AI through its innovation units.
In Spain, Telefónica is headquartered in Madrid and is a major employer of tech talent, with a strong focus on cybersecurity, data, and AI. The company actively hires international professionals, offering roles in English and fostering a diverse, innovative culture. Its Spanish operations are central to its global strategy, making it a relevant option for internationals seeking to work in a large, established tech and telecom player in Spain.
- Industry
- Telecom
- Founded
- 1924
- Employees
- 100,000+
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona
Good to know if you are moving
- Telefónica's Spanish offices are largely based in Madrid and Barcelona, with a significant tech hub in the Distrito Telefónica complex in Madrid.
- The company frequently hires international tech talent and many roles are offered in English, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
- Telefónica has a strong commitment to innovation, with dedicated units like gAIt and Wayra focusing on AI and startups.
- The company offers a comprehensive relocation package and support for international hires, including visa assistance.
- With a global presence and a large Spanish operation, Telefónica provides opportunities for internal mobility across countries and roles.
In their own words
About the company & team
Telefónica defines a high-impact culture and a common leadership model that allows us to turn strategy into action, based on three key attitudes:
Dar lo mejor de nosotros
Cuestionar nuestros límites
Grow together
And in six capabilities that make a difference in day-to-day life:
Foco en el cliente
Excelencia en la ejecución
Innovación digital
Claridad y valentía
Impulso de la responsabilidad
Desarrollo de las personas
At Telefónica, we firmly believe that promoting diversity and inclusion is a great opportunity to connect talent and grow as a company and as a society. There is a place at Telefónica for all types of talent; above all, we seek diversity of talent. What is yours?
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