Graduate Engineer, IP & PS Core Network QoS and Capacity at Etisalat Nigeria

Etisalat's vision is a world where people's reach is not limited by matter or distance; a world where people will effortlessly stay in touch with family and friends; a world where businesses of all sizes can reach new markets without the limitations of distance and travel.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Engineer, IP & PS Core Network QoS and Capacity

Location: Lagos

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

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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