TL;DR

Packet Core Engineer (4G/5G): Integrating and configuring packet core network components to support the migration of legacy EPC infrastructure to a cloud-based architecture with an accent on mobile network standards and troubleshooting call flows. Focus on ensuring interoperability, compliance with network standards, and seamless service delivery.

Location: Hybrid work in Lisboa, Fundão, Évora, or Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal

Company

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What you will do

Integrate and configure packet core network components for cloud transformation.
Analyze and document call flows across various nodes and interfaces.
Troubleshoot call flow issues to ensure seamless service delivery and customer experience.
Execute comprehensive acceptance test plans for new network elements and services.
Support the migration of legacy EPC infrastructure to a cloud-based architecture.
Apply strong understanding of mobile network standards including 4G, 5G, LTE, and VoLTE.

Requirements

Telecommunications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent background.
Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience in IP Domain.
Hands-on experience with packet core network components such as SGSN, GGSN, MME, and PGW.
Good knowledge in IP networking protocols such as OSPF, ISIS, MPLS, LDP, L2VPN, L3VPN, and BFD.
Product or vendor knowledge/certification in at least two of Ericsson, Nokia, Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, F5.
Proficiency in analyzing packet core call flows and signaling protocols.

Nice to have

Knowledge in IPTEL.
Understanding of switching technologies including VLAN, STP, RSTP, MSTP, VRRP, and HSRP.
Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude.

Culture & Benefits

Multicultural and inclusive team environment with a focus on work-life balance.
Extensive career growth programs and access to valuable training/certifications.
Opportunity to engage in exciting national and international projects.
Health and life insurance benefits.
Referral program with bonuses for talent recommendations.
Great office locations.

Packet Core Engineer (Telecommunications)