Manager-Core Ops

Job Overview

Job Description

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Role

TM – Core Operations

Function / Department

Network – Core

Location

Bangalore

Job Purpose

To manage the Core ( CS Voice Core incl IMS ) operations and rollout at circle level. This role includes managing NLD nodes, 3rd party VAS nodes { IVR, OBD, IBD, and Hub nodes like DND} and enterprise support like Prutech – Flipkart, IOCL, Could telephony service, S2C hardware support operational activities. to support SNOC and COG, Support to RA & Business to deliver so superior quality services at the circle.

 *Network Element Types involved (as per deployment, circle specific).

CS Core : MSS, GCS, MGW, GMGW, SPS, STP, HLR,ONE NDS, ( Nokia {MSS, GCS, HLR} , ZTE{MSS, GCS, HLR} and Huawei {GCS and  SPS}  Nodes).

VoLTE : Huawei  and Nokia IMS ( incl SBC, CFX, TAS, IBCF and BGCF)

3rd Party Servers: S2C hardware, DND comviva hardware,

Key Result Areas/Accountabilities

  • Responsible for Core KPI management
  • Define & execute operations model to handle customer issues, project support & CXX management
  • Field support during & post working hours as & when required. This also needs travelling & operating from different MTX locations in MNG
  • Supporting SNOC teams like INM, FM, CHM, PM etc. to meet Circle Core KPIs
  • Close coordination & working with various OEMs, vendors, SNOC & Corporate teams
  • Ensuring Core services uptime & availability as per KPI thresholds
  • Managing partners and driving partners to ensure delivery timelines are met
  • Support spares, backup & MTX infra management for Core function
  • Project governance & support
  • Action plan & closure of periodic review meeting points with various functions & stakeholders
  • Engagement with cross functional teams to innovate, influence &  achieve team goals
  • Ensuring strict Process adherence & optimization for Core function
  • Reporting & performance management for Core function

Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience

  • Experience in Data networks & IP technology is a must
  • Experience in operations for Core in Network department
  • Knowledge across various domains in PS Core, Volte, IP, MPBN, Cloud & VM technology etc. preferably in Ericsson & Cisco Core
  • Knowledge of Cloud architecture
  • Experience in handling Core projects
  • Experience in working under high pressure, large scale, dynamic, new technology transformation & high uncertainty environment preferable

Must have technical / professional qualifications

  • BE or any equivalent technical qualification, management certification will be a plus
  • Certification in any software skills or system Admin will be an added advantage
  • Strong understanding of PS Core call flows and various systems
  • Hands on experience in handling large scale PS Core operations
  • Experience in handling various processes like incident, fault, change, performance management is a must
  • Project management experience
  • Experience in handling reviews & management reporting
  • Must have good analytical & presentation skills

Years of Experience

5+