PS Core Engineer (Huawei Packet Core & Automation) | Firstpoint Group | Chile

Firstpoint Group; Chile; On-site; CLP 36,000,000 - 72,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Firstpoint Group in Chile is seeking an experienced PS Core Engineer with strong Huawei PS Core and IMS expertise to lead deployment, troubleshooting, and automation of packet core networks on site in Chile. The role focuses on Huawei PS Core integration, signaling analysis, and ongoing optimization to ensure service continuity for mobile operators.

The candidate will design automation workflows, collaborate with RAN and transport teams, and drive improvements through scripts and runbooks while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of progressive professional hands-on experience in telecom packet core engineering and mobile core networks.
• Operational expertise in Huawei Packet Switching (PS) Core network technologies.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of IMS architecture, VoLTE signaling, and core network components.
• Deep practical experience in packet core network integration, troubleshooting, signaling analysis, and performance optimization.
• Solid grasp of network automation principles and scripting languages (Python).
• Mandatory legal work authorization and availability for Chile.

Responsibilities

• Architect, deploy, integrate, and manage Huawei PS Core network infrastructure and cloud-native core components.
• Provide deep technical expertise in IMS architecture, session border controllers, and related network elements.
• Execute end-to-end PS Core network integration, routine upgrades, patch deployments, performance analysis, and capacity tuning.
• Analyze complex packet core network procedures, signaling flows (Diameter, GTP, HTTP/2, SIP), and service continuity mechanisms.
• Design, develop, and implement network automation scripts and operational process optimization tools using Python or shell scripting.
• Conduct fault isolation, alarm triage, and root cause analysis for core network outages and signaling bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with RAN teams, IP transport engineers, and client technical executives.
• Maintain meticulous technical documentation, topology diagrams, configuration backups, and runbooks.

Skills

Huawei PS Core

IMS architecture

Python scripting

Automation workflows

Troubleshooting

Signaling analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering or related

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Position Summary

Driving advanced packet switched core architecture, IP network integration, and telecommunications automation in Chile, Firstpoint Group is actively seeking an accomplished PS Core Engineer specializing in Huawei core technologies, IMS architecture, and process automation for a permanent professional engagement. In this vital technical role, you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of Huawei Packet Switching (PS) Core network integration, troubleshooting, performance analysis, and operational process automation. Bringing extensive hands-on experience in Huawei core nodes and signaling protocols, you will empower major mobile network operators to achieve uncompromised service continuity, ultra-reliable packet routing, and operational excellence. This prestigious career opportunity offers competitive remuneration, high technical visibility, and professional growth within a premier global telecommunications recruitment and executive search enterprise.

Detailed Job Description

As a PS Core Engineer supporting Firstpoint Group on an on-site basis in Chile, you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of packet core network deployment, signaling analysis, interoperability testing, and automation workflow development. Your day-to-day responsibilities include configuring and integrating Huawei Packet Core and IMS network elements (MME, AMF, SMF, UPF, IMS core components), executing rigorous troubleshooting for signaling and session continuity anomalies, designing network automation scripts to streamline operational tasks, collaborating with cross-functional engineering squads, and interacting directly with senior recruitment leaders like Arturo Ramirez Romero.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, deploy, integrate, and manage Huawei Packet Switching (PS) Core network infrastructure and cloud-native core components.
• Provide deep technical expertise in IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) architecture, session border controllers, and related network elements.
• Execute end-to-end PS Core network integration, routine upgrades, patch deployments, performance analysis, and capacity tuning.
• Analyze complex packet core network procedures, signaling flows (Diameter, GTP, HTTP/2, SIP), and service continuity mechanisms.
• Design, develop, and implement network automation scripts and operational process optimization tools using Python or shell scripting.
• Conduct rigorous fault isolation, alarm triage, and root cause analysis for core network outages and signaling bottlenecks.
• Collaborate seamlessly with radio access network (RAN) teams, IP transport engineers, and client technical executives.
• Maintain meticulous technical documentation, network topology diagrams, configuration backup repositories, and operational runbooks.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive professional hands-on experience in telecom packet core engineering and mobile core networks.
• Strong, demonstrable operational expertise in Huawei Packet Switching (PS) Core network technologies and cloud core platforms.
• Comprehensive working knowledge and practical proficiency in IMS architecture, VoLTE signaling, and core network components.
• Deep practical experience in packet core network integration, troubleshooting, signaling analysis, and performance optimization.
• Solid practical grasp of network automation principles, scripting languages (Python), and operational process optimization.
• Exceptional analytical problem-solving aptitude, crisis management capabilities, and professional stakeholder communication skills.
• Mandatory legal work authorization and physical availability for professional operations in Chile.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Professional vendor certifications such as Huawei Certified ICT Expert (HCIE) in Cloud Core or Routing & Switching.
• Hands-on familiarity with containerization platforms (Docker, Kubernetes) and Network Functions Virtualization (NFV).
• Prior professional working experience in top-tier multinational telecommunications operators or Huawei managed services contracts.
• Experience utilizing enterprise IT service management and agile tracking platforms (Jira, Confluence) for change management.
• Active participation in telecommunications standards committees, 3GPP working groups, or core network forums.

Application Information

• Company Website: https://www.firstpointgroup.com
• Salary/Rate: Market Competitive / Enterprise Telecom Core Package
• Deadline: Open until filled (Urgent Chile Huawei PS Core Opening)
• Notice Period: Immediate to 30 Days Preferred
• Contract Duration: Permanent / Full-Time Professional Engagement (Chile)