Network Design Specialist - OSS Element Managers - ESN

BT Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is seeking an IT professional to design and deliver OSS for the Emergency Services Network. This role involves collaborating with various teams to enhance network efficiency and scalability, requiring expertise in Mobile Radio Networks and OSS architectures. Join a company committed to diversity and flexible working arrangements while enjoying competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Pension

Insurance

Flexible benefits

Generous leave

Health support

Training

Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience with Mobile Radio Networks and OSS architectures, especially Network Element Management platforms.
• Knowledge of Nokia MantaRay NM, Ericsson ENM, Cisco EPNM, Trace Management, and Geolocation tools.
• Unix/Linux scripting skills (BASH, PERL, PYTHON).

Responsibilities

• Designing RAN Element Managers and Trace Management tools supporting the ESN contract.
• Collaborating with RAN, Platform, and IP Designers to ensure OSS platform designs support radio and transmission technologies.
• Engaging with users to propose solutions for RAN data visualization and planning.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical Documentation

Network Design

Decision Making

Growth Mindset

Education

Experience with Mobile Radio Networks and OSS architectures

Tools

Nokia MantaRay NM

Ericsson ENM

Cisco EPNM

Unix/Linux scripting (BASH, PERL, PYTHON)

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)

Job description

BT Group Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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Job Req ID: 45073

Posting Date: 07/05/2025

Function: ESN Networks

Location: Birmingham, Bristol or Manchester

Why this job matters
The Emergency Services Network (ESN) is a strategic priority for BT, aiming to provide advanced mission-critical communications for Britain’s Emergency Services, replacing the Airwave network and supporting 300,000 frontline users. You will be responsible for designing and delivering the radio vendor OSS, including layer 3 trace management and geolocation systems, impacting Nokia, Ericsson, and Cisco network management tools.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing RAN Element Managers and Trace Management tools supporting the ESN contract
• Collaborating with RAN, Platform, and IP Designers to ensure OSS platform designs support radio and transmission technologies
• Engaging with users to propose solutions for RAN data visualization and planning
• Resolving RAN Data issues and enhancing network designs for efficiency and scalability
• Advising technical teams on network design solutions

The Skills You’ll Need

• Troubleshooting
• Technical Documentation
• Network Design
• Decision Making
• Growth Mindset

What We Would Like To See On Your CV

• Experience with Mobile Radio Networks and OSS architectures, especially Network Element Management platforms
• Knowledge of Nokia MantaRay NM, Ericsson ENM, Cisco EPNM, Trace Management, and Geolocation tools
• Unix/Linux scripting skills (BASH, PERL, PYTHON)
• Background in business strategy, KPIs, data reporting, and organizational performance
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure is desirable

Benefits
At BT, you’ll enjoy competitive salary, bonuses, pension, insurance, flexible benefits, generous leave, health support, training, and discounts. We foster a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and development.

Flexible Working
This role offers a hybrid model: 3 days at the contractual location, 2 flexible days.

BT Group has a rich heritage of over 175 years, serving millions of customers worldwide. We are committed to diversity, digital inclusion, and making a positive societal impact.

A Few Points to Note:
We welcome flexible working arrangements and provide reasonable adjustments during the hiring process.

Don't meet every requirement?
We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including women, disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse, and ethnic minorities, even if your experience doesn’t match all criteria.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Telecommunications