Engineer, IP & PS Core Network at 9Mobile

Job Summary       
Responsible for performance analysis and monitoring of packet switching components of Etisalat's core network, systems and platforms and ensure that quality of service standards are strictly adhered to.
       
Principal Functions       

• Perform timely monitoring and analysis of packet switching network capacity for all the GSM elements, features, protocols etc.
• Monitor and provide analysis on packet switching network elements to ensure optimal use and deployment of resources.
• Monitor and provide analysis on IPN for packet switching network elements to ensure optimal bandwidth and high security.
• Provides analysis on translating Etisalat business plan and subscriber growth assumptions into requirements for the core network packet switching system.
• Attendance of meetings & follow through on action points based on defined target dates.
• Reporting of interface utilisation at different intervals & provide adequate & realistic plans for upgrade to avoid congestions.
• Performs technical investigations into areas related to packet switching network design and Data performance, such as new types of hardware, new design methodologies, impact of new Data technologies.
• Provide Weekly & Monthly Reports as required.
• Interact with external and internal stakeholders to regularly update & deliver detailed design documentation on Core PS & Datacomms Network (HLDs and LLDs)
• Effective project management & High Quality delivery of all assigned PS Core & Datacomms projects on set date following PMI standard
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the Manager / Head, QoS.
• Implement necessary communication strategy for the improvement and awareness of quality issues across all departments.
• Report as necessary on changes in standards (internally and externally initiated) and on performance against standards as customer perception side.
• Develop comprehensive dashboard for extensive performance and capacity utilization monitoring.
• Monitor and Perform analysis on OTT traffic and performance measurements and create a dashboard incorporating performance and utilization details.       

Educational Requirements       

• First degree in Engineering or a related field

Experience, Skills & Competencies       

• One (1) to two (2) years post NYSC relevant work experience
• Network Operations
• Good knowledge of ALL data technologies.
• Telecommunications & Mobile Network Standards & Specifications for datacomm.
• Transmission Network IP, TDM, BB, Backhauls, Leased lines /last mile, FO etc.
• Core Network Planning and Design.
• Sound knowledge of Mobile & Enterprise Networks (IP, Circuit & Packet Core).
• IP Network design & Planning
• Strong Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Visio)
• Proficient in using IP performance monitoring tools for all major vendors Huawei, Cisco, juniper etc.
• Personal Effectiveness
• Problem Solving
• Logical decision making abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects within the established scope, budget and timeline.
• Presentation skills
• Interpersonal Skill
• Team player
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, multi-task and consistently meet deadlines.
• Passion for Excellence
• Integrity
• Empowering people
• Growing people
• Team work
• Customer Focus

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Job Summary       
Responsible for performance analysis and monitoring of packet switching components of Etisalat's core network, systems and platforms and ensure that quality of service standards are strictly adhered to.
       
Principal Functions       

• Perform timely monitoring and analysis of packet switching network capacity for all the GSM elements, features, protocols etc.
• Monitor and provide analysis on packet switching network elements to ensure optimal use and deployment of resources.
• Monitor and provide analysis on IPN for packet switching network elements to ensure optimal bandwidth and high security.
• Provides analysis on translating Etisalat business plan and subscriber growth assumptions into requirements for the core network packet switching system.
• Attendance of meetings & follow through on action points based on defined target dates.
• Reporting of interface utilisation at different intervals & provide adequate & realistic plans for upgrade to avoid congestions.
• Performs technical investigations into areas related to packet switching network design and Data performance, such as new types of hardware, new design methodologies, impact of new Data technologies.
• Provide Weekly & Monthly Reports as required.
• Interact with external and internal stakeholders to regularly update & deliver detailed design documentation on Core PS & Datacomms Network (HLDs and LLDs)
• Effective project management & High Quality delivery of all assigned PS Core & Datacomms projects on set date following PMI standard
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the Manager / Head, QoS.
• Implement necessary communication strategy for the improvement and awareness of quality issues across all departments.
• Report as necessary on changes in standards (internally and externally initiated) and on performance against standards as customer perception side.
• Develop comprehensive dashboard for extensive performance and capacity utilization monitoring.
• Monitor and Perform analysis on OTT traffic and performance measurements and create a dashboard incorporating performance and utilization details.       

Educational Requirements       

• First degree in Engineering or a related field

Experience, Skills & Competencies       

• One (1) to two (2) years post NYSC relevant work experience
• Network Operations
• Good knowledge of ALL data technologies.
• Telecommunications & Mobile Network Standards & Specifications for datacomm.
• Transmission Network IP, TDM, BB, Backhauls, Leased lines /last mile, FO etc.
• Core Network Planning and Design.
• Sound knowledge of Mobile & Enterprise Networks (IP, Circuit & Packet Core).
• IP Network design & Planning
• Strong Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Visio)
• Proficient in using IP performance monitoring tools for all major vendors Huawei, Cisco, juniper etc.
• Personal Effectiveness
• Problem Solving
• Logical decision making abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects within the established scope, budget and timeline.
• Presentation skills
• Interpersonal Skill
• Team player
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, multi-task and consistently meet deadlines.
• Passion for Excellence
• Integrity
• Empowering people
• Growing people
• Team work
• Customer Focus