Broadband Systems Planning Engineer At MTN Nigeria

MTN Nigeria Communications Limited (MTNN) provides cellular network access and ICT solutions to millions of Nigerians, connecting whole communities with each other and with the rest of the world. It is also the largest subsidiary in the MTN Group – a multinational telecommunications group offering world-class cellular network access and business solutions to over 210 million subscribers in 22 countries across Africa and the Middle East.
Since inception in 2001, MTNN has led the growth in the voice market to become the biggest mobile operator in Nigeria and West Africa. It is now pursuing new growth opportunities in the data and ICT space. This lead position is evident in a differentiated and attractive array of product and service offerings, as well as a growing bouquet of ICT products.
Job Title: Broadband Systems Planning Engineer
Job Description
Define The Optimal Network Topology For The Packet Core/ Mobile Broadband Platforms (E.G. SGSN, GGSN, MME, SGw, PGw, [email protected] Gw, Radius Servers, DNS Servers, Data Optimization Nodes Etc.) For The Deployment Of Data/Multimedia Solutions And Services To Give MTNN Competitive Advantage.
Execute Prompt Provisioning Of Network Capacity For All The Packet Core/ Mobile Broadband Network Elements, Features And Protocols.
Design And Ensure The Dimensioning Of Packet Core/ Mobile Broadband Network As Well As New Products And Services To Support Marketing Product.
Plan, Design And Seek Management’s Approval For The Implementation Of Future Data And Multimedia Solutions.
Support The Planning And Designing Of Network Architecture To Optimally Serve The Growth Of Packet Core/ Mobile Broadband Network In Terms Of Traffic, Subscribers And Value Added Service Capacity.
Carry Out Feasibility Studies For New Products And Produce A Technical Report To Assist Management Make Business Decisions.
Conduct Analysis Of Network Model Outputs And Traffic Patterns To Evaluate Model And Proffer Solution If Necessary Within The Packet Core/ Mobile Broadband Environment.
Design And Plan The Evolution Of Data/Multimedia Solutions, Such As Mobile Data, WAP, GPRS, Gy, Gx, Wifi, Wimax And Other Third Party Applications And Services.
Produce Functional And Technical Specification Documents For New Products And Services.
Participate In Cross Functional Meetings With Key Stakeholders Involved In The Development And Deployment Of New Value Added Services In Order To Define Best Solutions For New Products And Services.
Meet With Vendors On New Market Releases And Technology Upgrade Patch To Ensure Quick Deployment Of New And Innovative Products/Services.
Job Condition
Normal MTNN Working Conditions
May Be Required To Work Extended Hours
Job Requirements
Required Experience: 3-5 year(s)
Desired Courses: Not Specified
Experience & Training
Experience:
Minimum Of 4 Years Working Experience In Cellular Industry Comprising Of:
Experience With GSM, EDGE,WCDMA, HSDPA, HSPA, LTENetworks, Offload Technologies Etc
Technical Experience In Planning, Design And Working With GGSN, SGSN, [email protected] Gw, PCRF, Evolved Packet CoreMMSC And Other DATA Platforms
Experience In Products And Services Development And A Good Understanding Of Mobile Data Services & Roadmaps
Knowledge Of Signaling Systems C7, MAP, SMPP, WAP, XML, HTTP, Diameter, GTP, Etc.
Experience With Statistics Models And Trending Using Analytic/Modeling Tools
Basic Knowledge Of The Online & Offline Charging Networks And Packet Core Network Platforms
Training:
Packet Core/Mobile Broadband Nodes Dimensioning
GSM System Overview
GPRS Network Overview
UMTS/WCDMA Network Overview
LTE/EPC Network Overview
Mobile Intelligent Network (MIN) Overview
Charging Systems Overview
GSM Statistics Handling
Signaling And Communication Network
Network Monitoring Application Training
Project Management
MS Office Applications
Minimum Qualification: BSc
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