Snr. Specialist: CS & Telco Infrastructure at Vodacom
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At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.
What you’ll do
Role purpose:
To maintain the operational activities of the CS Core Network and
Telco Infrastructure by controlling, managing, and supporting day-to-day
operations. This role aims to ensure the highest possible network
uptime, achieve KPI targets, operational excellence, and efficiency in
operational processes and cost management. Additionally, it ensures
end-to-end quality of experience for end users.
Key accountabilities and decision ownership
•CS Core Nodes Management: Oversee all technical aspects of the CS
Core nodes throughout the radio transition period and beyond, including
MSSs, MGWs, STPs, SBCs, TAS, CFX, and ENUM.
•Collaboration and Coordination: Work closely with
cross-functional teams, including network engineering, operations, and
support, to align technical strategies and ensure cohesive
implementation.
•Performance Monitoring and Optimization: Continuously monitor the
performance of the infrastructure and nodes, implementing improvements
and troubleshooting issues as they arise.
•Compliance and Security: Ensure all systems and processes adhere
to Vodacom policies, industry standards, and regulations while
maintaining the highest levels of security and data integrity.
•Telco Cloud Infrastructure Management: Manage and monitor
infrastructure resources; create, onboard and manage the life cycle of
VNF/VM/CNF. Collaborate with application owners in resolving issues
related to Infra and/or hypervisor
Who you are
Core competencies, knowledge and experience
1.Technical Proficiency: Expertise in managing CS Core nodes
(MSSs, MGWs, STPs, SBCs, TAS, CFX, ENUM) and Telco Cloud infrastructure.
2.Telecommunications Standards: Familiarity with industry standards and regulations, including network security protocols
3.Strategic Thinking: Ability to align technical strategies with business objectives and plan for future technology trends.
4.Leadership and Communication: Strong leadership abilities to
manage cross-functional teams and excellent communication skills to
collaborate effectively.
5.Problem-solving: Proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues promptly.
6.Technical Support: More than 5 years of hands-on experience in
managing and maintaining CS Core nodes and Telco Cloud infrastructure
7.Vendor Management: Experience working with multiple suppliers/vendors/partners
8.IP management: Proven experience in the IP environment
Must have technical/professional qualifications:
•University Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electronics Science, Computer Engineering, computer science or equivalent
•Certifications in IP-related fields CCNA, JNCA, and HCIA, are an added advantage
•Understanding of Cloud Infra architecture
•Proven knowledge in Unix/Linux
•Programing languages such as C/C++, Python etc.