Senior Design Specialist - Wireless Core Team - Control Plane

Intello Technologies Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 103,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Design Specialist to lead innovations in mobile core networks. This role involves defining the technical strategy for control plane functions in 4G and 5G networks, ensuring high-performance connectivity. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive automation strategies and optimize network solutions. Join a dynamic team dedicated to pioneering advancements in mobile communications, where your expertise will play a crucial role in shaping the future of connectivity. This position offers a chance to work in a flexible environment that values innovation and personal growth.

Benefits

flexible benefits plan

minimum 3 weeks vacation

generous pension plan

career growth opportunities

community involvement initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in mobile core network architecture and design.
• Expertise in 4G and 5G core network protocols and mobility management.

Responsibilities

• Define technical vision for the Mobile Packet Core Control Plane.
• Lead design and architecture of control plane solutions for 4G and 5G.

Skills

mobile core network architecture

4G and 5G core network protocols

mobility and session management

network virtualization technologies

Agile methodologies

analytical skills

problem-solving skills

communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications

Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

RedHat OpenShift

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Senior Design Specialist - Wireless Core Team - Control Plane

Location:

Toronto, ON, CA, M5J 2V5 Calgary, AB, CA Vancouver, BC, CA Edmonton, AB, CA Ottawa, ON, CA

Jobs by Category: Technology Solutions

Job Function: Network & Engineering

Status: Full Time

Schedule: Regular

Join our team and what we’ll accomplish together

At TELUS, the Wireless Core Team is at the heart of network innovation. We’re responsible for end-to-end architecture, development, and operations of our core wireless network—including service orchestration and automation.

As pioneers in the rapidly advancing mobile network landscape, we design and deploy cutting-edge technologies that enable robust and efficient mobile services for our customers. Our work powers TELUS’ digital transformation and delivers reliable, high-performance connectivity that enhances lives and supports innovation.

We are building the future of mobile communications, and now we are seeking a Subject Matter Expert to own and lead the Mobile Packet Core Control Plane Product and initiatives.

As a Control Plane Product Owner, you will be responsible for defining, prioritizing, and managing the technical strategy and roadmap for the control plane functions that govern mobility and session management in our 4G and 5G networks. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and vendor partners, to ensure the delivery of scalable, resilient, and high-performance control plane solutions. This role requires deep technical expertise in mobile core network architecture, particularly in Mobility and Session Management functions.

Description

What you’ll do

• Define and communicate a clear technical vision and strategy for the Mobile Packet Core Control Plane, including MME/AMF, SMF, SPGW-C, NRF, and NSSF.
• Develop and maintain a technical roadmap aligned with business objectives, network evolution plans, and industry standards for 4G and 5G.
• Develop and drive an automation strategy to deploy, integrate, test and operate the Network Functions.
• Lead the design and architecture of control plane solutions to ensure efficient mobility and session management, optimizing performance and reliability, resulting in fewer service interruptions.
• Guide the DevOps teams in implementing network solutions by providing detailed technical requirements, specifications, and acceptance criteria.
• Manage the technical backlog, ensuring priorities reflect business value, technical feasibility, and operational needs.
• Facilitate sprint planning and manage product delivery timelines in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Develop detailed technical specifications and documentation for control plane functions and interfaces.
• Lead the product design and lifecycle for Control Plane solutions in both 4G (EPC) and 5G networks, ensuring alignment with business needs, technical requirements, and market trends.
• Prioritize features and enhancements based on technical analysis, performance metrics, and operational requirements.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders to evaluate and integrate new control plane technologies and solutions.
• Drive the operations teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to the control plane and the services it provides.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (3GPP), security protocols, and regulatory requirements for mobile networks.
• Provide technical leadership and expertise in MME/AMF, SMF, SPGW-C, NRF, and NSSF functions, including interworking between 4G and 5G.
• Monitor network performance and identify opportunities for optimization and improvement of control plane functions.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of the Mobile Packet Core Control Plane.

What you bring

• 10+ years of progressive experience in mobile core network architecture, design, and operations, with a strong focus on the Control Plane.
• Expert-level knowledge of 4G and 5G core network architecture and protocols, including MME/AMF, SMF, SPGW-C, NRF, and NSSF.
• Deep understanding of mobility and session management principles and procedures.
• Proficiency in network virtualization technologies (NFV, SDN) and cloud-native deployments (Kubernetes, Docker, RedHat OpenShift).
• Knowledge of security controls and protocols relevant to mobile core networks.
• Experience in 3GPP standards and specifications for 4G and 5G.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and related tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and concise documentation.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

Great-to-haves

• Masters in business administration (MBA).
• Agile certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Product Owner).
• Experience with public cloud platforms (AWS, GCP).
• Knowledge of Radio, Transport, Signaling, and Infrastructure product design, development, and testing.
• Familiarity with network slicing and service orchestration concepts.
• Programming experience in Python or other scripting languages.

Location: Any major Canadian city

Salary Range: $103,000-$155,000

Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan: 15%

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. In addition, TELUS offers rewarding benefits such as:

• Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both, based on the role's requirements.
• Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs.
• Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve.
• Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills.
• And much more …

Please note that the compensation shown in the job posting may be subject to change in 2025.

A bit about us

We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world.

You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly.

Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.

Technology Solutions

We’re into seeing where technology can take us, so if you have ever imagined what the future of supply chain management, cybersecurity, the cloud and Internet of Things will look like, we want you to be part of the team that makes it happen.

We are honoured to be recognized

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TELUS’s fastest network. 5G enables a superior experience with fast downloads and richer multimedia applications.

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Innovation centres across Canada that bring our team members together with customers, partners, start ups, universities, hospitals and fellow colleagues to tackle some of the biggest technological hurdles Canada will face in the near future.

Accessibility

TELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process.