Full Job DescriptionThe key purpose of the role is to carry out SW/HW upgrades , integration, migration of IP Network Elements. The solutions will be based on Nokia IP equipment.
Main areas of responsibility
Configuration and integration of ALU network components in CLI or NMS systems
HW/SW upgrades, performing backups, troubleshooting
Migration of live network services remotely or on site using CLI, NMS , bespoke tools
Work with field engineers to ensure configuration is installed, error free and ready for testing
Adherence to technical procedures and network security access policies
Key Skills and Experience
minimum of 10+ years of telecom experience in IP/MPLS domain
Good knowledge of IP technical solutions – IPV4, IPV6, routing, switching, mpls
Understanding of Service providers network operation
Understanding of ip/mpls, services l2 vpn, l3 vpn , vll
Hands-on in configuring routers/switches with Command Line Interface , Nokia, Cisco, Juniper
Nokia NRS1 of other vendors equivalent (e.g CCNACisco, JNCIA Juniper)
good practical knowledge of 5620 SAM (NE integration, SW upload & upgrade, backups) alarm monitoring and interpretation will be a plus
Key Attributes
Able to work on own initiative
Methodical
Culturally adaptable and flexible
Ability to assimilate quickly and act decisively
Proactive attitude in a teamwork job
Think “out of box”
Excellent communication attitudes and capability to manage solid relationships with people of different culture
Willing to learn
Ready to work nightshifts
Can travel for business, even at short notice
Can work under pressure of time
Can handle several tasks at the same time.
Can work in front of customer representing NSDC
accountable, diligent, calm,
Experience 9 to 12 years.
Working knowledge of Configuration Management, Network Automation, Workflows, Monitoring, Troubleshooting
Good understanding of Software design principles including Object oriented concepts
Working knowledge of Networking concepts, IT & Operations
Working experience in automating network services (Switching, Routing, Application Delivery)
Excellent Programming skills in Python strong Objected Oriented Design experience.
Experience with Linux / Unix system programming, multithreading etc.
Good knowledge on the test methodologies, end-end product integration and feature validation
Exposure to virtualization (Hypervisor/VMware)
Strong oral communication skills, including the ability to build consensus among people with strong opinions
Experience programming with of Ansible and REST APIs
Familiarity with Openstack Networking, AWS and other Cloud APIs