Packet Core Optimization Expert at Ericsson Nigeria

Ericsson is a world-leading provider of telecommunications equipment & services to mobile & fixed network operators. Over 1,000 networks in more than 180 countries use Ericsson equipment, & more than 40 percent of the world's mobile traffic passes through Ericsson networks. Using innovation to empower people, business & society, we are working towards the Networked Society, in which everything that can benefit from a connection will have one. At Ericsson, we apply our innovation to market-based solutions that empower people & society to help shape a more sustainable world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Packet Core Optimization Expert

Req ID: 763800 
Location: Lagos, Nigeria

About this Opportunity

• We are now looking for a PS Core Optimization SME(Packet Core Optimization Subject Matter Expert), who will be responsible for driving end -to- end performance improvements in user experience from the Packet Core perspective. 
• In this role, you will leverage on AL/ML solution in predictive analytics, performance automation and optimization techniques to ensure the delivery of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) in customer networks.

What You Will Do

• Analyze the performance and resources on the core and data network.
• 2G/3G/4G/5G data systems dimensioning, design, optimization, and acceptance of the nodes within EPC and 5G SA/NSA.
• Define solutions to improve network performance against set targets.
• Drive initiatives to improve network performance and end-user quality.
• End-user quality of service optimization.
• Deploy corrective measures to improve traffic ability performance (end-user focus).
• In-depth audits on parameters, features, and design of the EPC to provide actionable improvement plans in the network.
• Automate processes related to technical audits, network performance monitoring, reporting, and corrective action deployments.
• Implement machine learning and AI-driven solutions for predictive analytics and network optimization.
• Develop technical presentations and proposals and perform customer presentations.
• Participate in knowledge transfer, documentation, and information sharing.
• Support in identifying business opportunities and presales activities.
• Stay abreast of new technology/technical areas within the domain, especially in areas of AI and machine learning.
• Provide domain expertise to support back-office and planning functions.
• Evaluate the impact of change due to new technology, node upgrades, and new features added to the PS Core network.

You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, preferably in Electronics, Computer Science, Telecommunication, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Packet Core/EPC (relevant experience on Ericsson platforms, Multivendor experience is a plus).
• Expert knowledge of Network Architecture, signaling, traffic cases, and data flows in technologies of 2G, 3G, 4G & 5G NSA/SA.
• Expertise in automation, scripting (Python, Shell, etc.), and familiarity with AI/ML applications in network optimization.
• Hands-on experience in programming, data analysis, and automation frameworks.
• Domain experience: PS/EPC, 5G NSA/SA.
• Deep knowledge of KPI formulae, KPI degradation, and KPI improvement for EPC.
• Core network performance/configuration parameters and their interpretation and usage.
• Experience with AI and ML in data-driven network optimization, predictive maintenance, and anomaly detection is a plus.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
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