Senior ISP Engineer [Network Planning]

Company Description:

High-quality ISP looking to launch FTTO and FTTH services built for modern homes and offices.

Role Description:

We are seeking an experienced ISP Engineer with proven success in obtaining ISP licenses with the Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK), and developing, implementing detailed network plans.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing licensing applications to CAK under the Unified Licensing Framework (ULF).
• Creating a comprehensive network plan and rollout plan tailored for local markets.
• Planning IP addressing, ASN setup, and peering arrangements.
• Advising on local government permits and wayleave approvals (county permits, rights-of-way).
• Designing the network architecture and equipment requirements.
• Providing regulatory, technical, and operational recommendations to support ISP growth.
• Preparing documentation to maintain compliance with any regulatory reporting requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Network Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar field.
• 3 to 5+ years of experience working with ISP licensing and deployment.
• Demonstrated success in securing ISP licenses; understanding of ASP, NFP (Tier 2/3).
• Strong expertise in Mikrotik router configurations and broadband technologies (fiber, VLANs, OLT/ONU management).
• Good knowledge of network planning and design, IP routing, BGP, and AS numbers.
• Ability to compose strong technical and regulatory documentation.
• Experience working with AFRINIC and KIXP or similar.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.

Location & Job Type:

• Nairobi, Kenya
• Contract initially, with potential to move to full-time as the company expands.

Please send a CV and cover letter.

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