Accountable for planning, design, deployment, and KPI-driven optimization of multi-vendor packet core (EPC/5GC). Troubleshoot KPI degradation, perform root-cause analysis, configure core elements, automate operations, and manage stakeholder/customer communication to meet SLAs.
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About this opportunity:
Looking for an Packet Core Specialist with deep expertise in Evolved Packet Core (EPC) and 5G Core (5GC) technologies, with a strong focus on the planning, design, deployment, and KPI-driven optimization in multi-vendor environments. The role demands a high level of ownership in maintaining network performance and quality within timelines.
Roles and Responsibilities• Accountable for day-to-day project delivery aligned with Market Area (MA) requirements.• Analyze and troubleshoot network KPI degradation issues.• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery execution.• Drive adherence to standard working methodologies and best practices.• Responsible for Design, deployment/configuration , troubleshooting, root cause analysis and workaround / solution definition activities according to the Network Problem• Ensure all KPIs are consistently met as per agreed SLAs and performance targets.• Effective communication and stakeholder management, including customer-facing roles
Experience
• 8-12 years of experience in PS Core network.• Expertise in PS Core technologies, with extensive experience in the planning, design, and optimization of multi-vendor networks.• Hands-on experience with MME, AMF, PCC, SGW, PGW, SMF, UPF, PCG, DNS, and NFVi nodes for KPI optimization.• Strong end-to-end troubleshooting capabilities for resolving packet core KPI degradation.• Experience with network probing tools (Wireshark, TShark, NetScout, or vendor-specific tools)
Skillset• Experience in multi-vendor Packet Core environments, with a strong track record of delivery.• Solid understanding of 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G technologies, particularly in the planning, design, and optimization • Proficient knowledge of peer domains such as RAN, CS, and IP.• In-depth expertise in virtualization and cloud-native network functions, with practical experience in NFVi/VMware/OpenStack/Kubernetes environments.• Knowledge of automation frameworks and tools, with the ability to apply automation for network operations.• Good Communication skills.
"All academic credentials must be from recognized and accredited institutions and are further subject to verification."
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: India (IN) || Noida
Req ID: 783055
About this opportunity:
Looking for an Packet Core Specialist with deep expertise in Evolved Packet Core (EPC) and 5G Core (5GC) technologies, with a strong focus on the planning, design, deployment, and KPI-driven optimization in multi-vendor environments. The role demands a high level of ownership in maintaining network performance and quality within timelines.
Roles and Responsibilities• Accountable for day-to-day project delivery aligned with Market Area (MA) requirements.• Analyze and troubleshoot network KPI degradation issues.• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery execution.• Drive adherence to standard working methodologies and best practices.• Responsible for Design, deployment/configuration , troubleshooting, root cause analysis and workaround / solution definition activities according to the Network Problem• Ensure all KPIs are consistently met as per agreed SLAs and performance targets.• Effective communication and stakeholder management, including customer-facing roles
Experience
• 8-12 years of experience in PS Core network.• Expertise in PS Core technologies, with extensive experience in the planning, design, and optimization of multi-vendor networks.• Hands-on experience with MME, AMF, PCC, SGW, PGW, SMF, UPF, PCG, DNS, and NFVi nodes for KPI optimization.• Strong end-to-end troubleshooting capabilities for resolving packet core KPI degradation.• Experience with network probing tools (Wireshark, TShark, NetScout, or vendor-specific tools)
Skillset• Experience in multi-vendor Packet Core environments, with a strong track record of delivery.• Solid understanding of 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G technologies, particularly in the planning, design, and optimization • Proficient knowledge of peer domains such as RAN, CS, and IP.• In-depth expertise in virtualization and cloud-native network functions, with practical experience in NFVi/VMware/OpenStack/Kubernetes environments.• Knowledge of automation frameworks and tools, with the ability to apply automation for network operations.• Good Communication skills.
"All academic credentials must be from recognized and accredited institutions and are further subject to verification."
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: India (IN) || Noida
Req ID: 783055
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