Senior Engineer, Datacom at T2 (Formerly 9Mobile)

Job Summary

• This role involves a deep understanding of IP networking, IP/MPLS technologies, SRV6, MBPN, and the evolution of mobile networks from 2G/3G/4G/5G to their convergence with IP and with focus on integration, deployment and maintenance of both the IP- based backbone, IP- Core and DCN nodes that carries voice, data traffic.

Roles and Responsibilities 

• Support 9mobile IP/ MPLS Backbone Network, Technologies such as SDH, MPLS Core, MP-BGP, VPNs, VPLS, L3VPN, Metro, MPLS, Fast Rerouting, VRRP, BFD etc.
• Optimizing network performance and capacity to meet the demands of the mobile network.
• Facilitate requirement discussions and determine QoS requirements and traffic engineering to support IP backbone VRF elements.
• Review all changes to network configuration for technical accuracy and impact and provide Multi-Protocol Network problem resolutions.
• Analyzing network key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess network health and identify areas for improvement
• Responsible for end-to-end IP integrations for core switching equipment, VAS nodes, third party VPN, and GGSN /SGSN gateways nodes and interconnect nodes into IP network.
• Keep abreast of global and local best practice as it relates to IP/MPLS operations in a telecom environment
• Designing and deploying IP/MPLS networks for mobile backbone operations, including transmission, core, and data networks.
• Participate in new sites and equipment’s acceptance test with vendor for all IP nodes following project-based statement of requirement (SOR).
• Understanding the evolution of 2G/3G/4G networks and their convergence with IP technologies
• Relate closely with the planning team and come up with schedules for all datacom operational projects.

Education and Experience

• First degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering  
• Four (4) to Seven (7) years post NYSC work experience
• Added advantage will be certification in Cisco, Juniper, and Huawei
• An industry experience is mandatory.

Knowledge:

• Network Administration
• Network Availability and Capacity Management
• Control Network Technologies

Skills:

• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Teaming

Behavior:

• Passion for Excellence
• Integrity
• Empowering people
• Growing people
• Teamwork
• Customer Focus