CS/PS Core Design Engineer

ROLE PURPOSE:

This Engineering role will work within the Core Network Engineering team having responsibility for dimensioning and designing of the Core Circuit & Packet Network. The role also covers design from a Core perspective out towards peripheral services such as Roaming data, Service Enabler links toward IN, SMS and associated infrastructures. In addition, the successful candidate will  have responsibility for design & integration of consumer, corporate APN & VPN solutions. The role will require a close working relationship with our Business teams providing feasibility studies of new business requirements. Other responsibilities include long term network performance trending, monitoring & resolution of any identified issues. There is a strong focus on vendor management, to ensure value for money and quality deliverables are achieved at all times.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

- Knowledge of design, engineering  implementation capabilities across the Core Nodes, both packet and circuit - ie design and/or operations skills around supporting Ericsson HLR, MGW, MSC, GGSN, SGSN, etc.
- Work with multiple Managed Service Partners and Vendors to deliver Core & Core Support Projects into the Live Network.
- Responsibility for design, verification and implementation of Core related projects for quality deployment into the live Network.
- Responsibility for the design and dimensioning of the Core including DPI solution within the Network.
- Identification and resolution of long term Performance Issues through trending and monitoring on the Core network using tools such as Business Objects.
- Maintenance of Core Capacity & Optimisation Reports including analysis and insight commentary.
- Guide & drive initiatives on ensuring availability and security of Core network
- Provide support and mentoring to less experienced team members.
- Build and maintain awareness of commercial and product offerings to future proof team knowledge and network support.
- Will require flexibility on occasion to perform post upgrade monitoring or support for project delivery when required outside of core business hours.
- Work closely with the Strategy and Consulting team to define & implement annual Technology Plan.

SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

- 5 years+ experience in Core Network Packet & Circuit Environments
- Knowledge of LTE a distinct advantage
- Experience of 3G, 2G, GPRS, EDGE and wireless Internet technology
- Knowledge & experience of DPI platforms
- In depth knowledge of protocols/functions (TCP/IP, Radius, MPLS, WLAN, SS7, GSM, Diameter)
- Familiarity with setting up, and testing Corporate Private Networks(B-Number Analysis), APN's, Interconnects and Licensing Statistics on a Mobile Network
- Familiarity with OSS-RC, Business Objects, Cramer, Wireshark and Agilent Signalling Monitoring and Ericsson MML Language is desirable.
- Understanding of call flows & Interoperability with IN & VAS Systems.
- Familiarity with integration of Access Nodes into the Core Network (RNCs, BSCs)
- Ability to read business cases for Mobile Core related projects, and perform Impact assessments.
- Proven ability to create and improve process documentation
- An ability to overcome obstacles and to manage multiple priorities
- An ability to give strong direction to projects while working well within project teams
- An ability to communicate knowledge to others and mentor in both technical & non-technical environment
- An ability to influence others outside the team to ensure goals & targets are met
- Proven ability to continually improve technical expertise
- A willingness to operate in high pressure situations whilst maintaining the ability to give clear direction to others

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

- Positive, self motivated individual with a consistent professional approach who enjoys learning, challenges and ability to give strong direction through clear decision making abilities
- Works on own initiative & takes an Innovative approach to working
- Strong customer focus, ability to identify and anticipate the needs of both internal and external customers
- Comfortable interacting with engineers, senior-management, customers and peers
- Results orientated Individual
- Passion and drive to increase customer experience
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills

DESIRABLE:

- Formal Telecoms qualification or equivalent
- Experience in both Packet & Circuit Switch Networks would be a distinct advantage.
- Desirable: Awareness of LTE networking, IP Based knowledge, Future Technologies & Keeping current to continued Telco Industry Developments