Mobile Core Network Manager
About The Position
The Mobile Core Network Manager will lead a high-performing team of geographically-diverse engineers to ensure reliable and high-performance mobile network operations. The candidate will be responsible for end-to-end management of all core network functions, including the planning, deployment, and day-to-day operations of mobile services. The role requires deep expertise in signaling, voice networking, SMS, data services and international roaming. Core Network Operations and Management • Oversee all aspects of operations and engineering for the core network infrastructure.• Ensure the continuous operation and high availability of core network elements (e.g., HLR/HSS, PGW, GMSC, SMSC) and services.• Manage and maintain the core signaling components (STP and DRA) to ensure reliable inter-operator services. Roaming • Support international roaming agreement implementation including IREG and TADIG testing, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting.• Troubleshoot roaming issues in support of customers. Network Monitoring and Management • Establish and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for the network and supported services.• Expand and improve existing network monitoring tools and services. Vendor Management • Manage relationships with vendors for network equipment procurement, contract negotiation, and service delivery.• Handle trouble reporting and resolution with vendors. Team Management • Lead diverse teams, foster collaboration, coaching, and high-quality delivery. Innovation & R&D • Identify emerging technologies to enhance network performance and reduce operating costs.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years in telecommunications or related fields with proven success working with and managing mobile network technologies.
- 5 + years managing engineering teams that include operations and engineering.
- Deep knowledge of all generations of mobile technology, SS7/ Diameter signaling, IMS, data services, VAS platforms, and international roaming.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or relateddiscipline.
- Strategic thinker, strong communicator, collaborative leaderand mentor.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of operations and engineering for the core network infrastructure.
- Ensure the continuous operation and high availability of core network elements (e.g., HLR/HSS, PGW, GMSC, SMSC) and services.
- Manage and maintain the core signaling components (STP and DRA) to ensure reliable inter-operator services.
- Support international roaming agreement implementation including IREG and TADIG testing, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting.
- Troubleshoot roaming issues in support of customers.
- Establish and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for the network and supported services.
- Expand and improve existing network monitoring tools and services.
- Manage relationships with vendors for network equipment procurement, contract negotiation, and service delivery.
- Handle trouble reporting and resolution with vendors.
- Lead diverse teams, foster collaboration, coaching, and high-quality delivery.
- Identify emerging technologies to enhance network performance and reduce operating costs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
