Core Network Engineer –Planning at Telkom Kenya

Role Purpose: 

• The incumbent will be in charge of all planning pertaining to the Telkom CS/PS Switch Core Network. This involves planning, architectural design and implementation of projects that touch on the CS/PS switch mobile network.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• In charge of Planning and design for all PS/CS-Core nodes and interfaces in TKL network.
• Translate marketing inputs into core network architecture and design for GSM/WCDMA/LTE CS/PS Switched network.
• Assist in resolution of faults related to design on all equipment under core network domain.
•  Configure data for new systems with vendors and create work instructions for existing systems.
•  Provide recommendation reports to identify opportunities for improvement and optimization of existing Core services.
•  Manage all software and hardware installations for the Core nodes.
•  Set relevant KPIs for the core network and ensure the same are met.
•  Build internal and external relationships with key customers and suppliers to deliver continuous quality solutions to the business.
• Application for Work Orders for network changes/integration and ensure that they are followed by the implementation teams
• Research and development of new features, solutions & technologies.

Academic Background & Professional Knowledge

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronics engineering, Computer Science, Information Technologies or a related technical field
• A minimum of 1 year experience in the planning and design of GSM systems
• CCNA or relevant certification in IP networking

Here are the skills we are looking for

• GSM/WCDMA and LTE mobile network concepts
• IP Routing and Switching concepts
• Traffic Engineering concepts
• Report Writing skills
• Presentation skills
• Skills in Microsoft word, Visio, excel and PowerPoint
• Basic Data analysis skills using excel