Transmission Engineer

• PositionTransmission Engineer
• CompanyZTE Uganda Limited
• LocationKampala, Uganda
• Job TypeFull-Time
• CategoryEngineering Jobs in Uganda
• IndustryTelecommunications
• DepartmentTransmission
• DeadlineThursday, 15 October 2026

ZTE Corporation is a global provider of telecommunications, enterprise and consumer technology solutions. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, the company is listed on the Hong Kong and Shenzhen stock exchanges and supplies wireless, core network, transmission, energy and managed services to operators around the world.

ZTE opened its Uganda offices in 2007 and has grown into one of the most influential players in the country’s ICT sector. In 2015, MTN Uganda outsourced its technical operations and optimisation functions to ZTE, and in 2017 ZTE Uganda opened a Network Operation Centre in Kampala to manage the MTN Uganda network. In October 2025, the two companies marked ten years of their Managed Services partnership, which also delivered Uganda’s first Service Operations Center for MTN Uganda.

As Transmission Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, operation, maintenance and optimisation of telecommunications transmission networks. Your work ensures reliable connectivity and efficient transport of voice, data and mobile network traffic using microwave, fibre optic, IP/MPLS and SRv6 transmission technologies. You will plan transmission solutions, commission equipment, troubleshoot faults and support rollout projects that integrate new sites into the network.

Reporting to the Transmission Manager, you will coordinate with field teams and vendors, analyse network performance reports and recommend improvements. Success in this role is measured by clear KPIs: network availability above 99.9%, fewer transmission outages and less downtime, projects completed within timelines, and better overall network performance and service quality. It suits an engineer who enjoys both hands-on fieldwork and structured documentation, and who stays calm when a link goes down.

• Design and plan transmission network solutions for telecom infrastructure.
• Install, configure and commission transmission equipment, including microwave radios, SDH, DWDM, IP/MPLS and SRv6 systems.
• Monitor network performance and ensure maximum network availability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve transmission network faults and service interruptions.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on transmission equipment.
• Conduct network upgrades, expansions and optimisation activities.
• Coordinate with field teams and vendors during installation and maintenance projects.
• Analyse network performance reports and recommend improvements.
• Ensure compliance with telecom standards, safety regulations and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate network documentation, diagrams and technical reports.
• Support network rollout projects and integration of new sites.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CCNA or CCNP.

Work Experience

• 2 to 5+ years of experience in telecommunications transmission engineering or related network operations roles.
• Experience in transmission network planning, implementation and maintenance.

Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of telecom power systems and site infrastructure.
• Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools.
• Ability to deliver against KPIs such as network availability above 99.9%, reduced outages and on-time project completion.

Technical Skills

• Microwave Transmission: Hands-on knowledge of microwave transmission systems.
• Fibre Optics: Understanding of fibre optic transmission technologies.
• SDH/SONET, DWDM and OTN: Experience with optical transport networks.
• IP/MPLS and SRv6: Working knowledge of IP/MPLS and SRv6 networking.
• Network Monitoring: Use of network monitoring and management tools.
• Fault Diagnosis: Strong fault diagnosis and troubleshooting ability.
• Power and Site Infrastructure: Knowledge of telecom power systems and site infrastructure.

Soft Skills

• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communication and Teamwork: Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Working Under Pressure: Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Project Coordination: Good project coordination skills with field teams and vendors.
• Attention to Detail: Attention to detail and commitment to quality service.

• The advert does not list specific benefits or salary details.
• Exposure to large-scale operator networks run by a global telecom equipment vendor.
• Hands-on work across microwave, fibre, optical transport, IP/MPLS and SRv6 technologies.

• Global Employer: Work for ZTE, a telecom technology company operating in more than 160 countries and regions.
• High-Impact Networks: Keep the connectivity running that millions of Ugandan mobile users rely on.
• Modern Technology: Get hands-on with SRv6, DWDM, OTN and IP/MPLS, skills in high demand across Africa.
• Proven Local Presence: ZTE has operated in Uganda since 2007 and has a decade-long managed services partnership with MTN Uganda.
• Clear Performance Goals: Measurable KPIs make your impact visible and support career growth.
• Project Experience: Take part in rollouts, upgrades and new site integrations.
• Career Growth: Build a path towards senior transmission, network planning or project management roles.

If you meet the requirements, send your application with a detailed CV including your present position and copies of relevant professional and academic certificates to [email protected].

Deadline: Close of business on Thursday, 15 October 2026.

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• Use “Application for Transmission Engineer” as your email subject so your application is easy to identify.
• State your present position clearly at the top of your CV, as the advert specifically asks for it.
• List the transmission technologies you have worked on (microwave, SDH, DWDM, OTN, IP/MPLS, SRv6) and the equipment vendors.
• Quantify results, such as availability achieved, outages reduced or number of sites integrated.
• Attach copies of your degree and CCNA/CCNP or other certificates as clearly named PDF files.
• Mention any operator or rollout projects you have supported in Uganda or East Africa.
• Send your application well before close of business on 15 October 2026.