Senior Specialist, Automation & Transformation Technology

U Mobile Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunication company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Specialist in Automation & Transformation Technology. This role requires a strong background in network strategy and automation, leveraging cutting-edge technologies like AI and ML to drive network modernization. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in telecommunications, particularly in network architecture and transformation. Join an award-winning organization that values innovation and teamwork.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and optical benefits

Flexi working hours

Employee discounts for selected F&B brands

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years working experience, with more than 5 years in network strategy.
• Experience in network automation and transformation required.
• Knowledge of mobile network architecture and operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop technology strategy for network automation leveraging AI and ML.
• Align strategy with organizational objectives and digital transformation goals.
• Lead new technology RFP processes including vendor negotiations.

Skills

Network automation

AI and ML technologies

Telecommunications knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications Engineering or related field

Tools

Cloud platforms

Automation tools

Job description

Senior Specialist, Automation & Transformation Technology

Closing Date: 30/09/2025

Senior Specialist, Automation & Transformation Technology

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Life at U Mobile

We are Passionate, Innovative, Trustworthy, Team-Oriented & Fun-Loving.

At U Mobile, we are always on the lookout for great talents and passionate individuals to join our growing team.
Let’s start your journey with an award-winning organization!

#UnbeatableCareerAwaits

Top Reasons To Join Us!
• Awarded for
o Most Preferred Employers in Telecommunication Industry (2022, 2023 & 2024)
o Bronze Winner in Cross-Generational Workforce Engagement (2024)
o Gold Winner for Excellence in Workplace Culture (2021)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, optical, and insurance benefits
• Flexi working hours arrangements
• Staff Line & Device Subsidy
• Smart Casual Attire
• Child Parental Care Leave
• Convenient location with access to public transport (Imbi Monorail/Bukit Bintang MRT)
• Special employee discounts for selected F&B Brands

Role

The Day-To-Day Activities

Technical Manager

Technology Strategist – Network Automation & Transformation position is responsible for developing the technology roadmap to shape and lead the strategy for transformation and automation of U Mobile’s network infrastructure.

This role will analyze emerging trends, identify opportunities for improvement, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to design automation solutions and drive network modernization initiatives. The role will leverage cutting-edge technologies such as AI, ML, and digital twin, combined with network knowledge, to develop the strategy for autonomous network and innovation driving network and organizational efficiency.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop a forward-thinking technology strategy and roadmap for network automation, leveraging AI and ML to improve network management and drive transformation.
• Align the strategy and roadmap with the organization’s overall objectives, future network needs, and digital transformation goals.
• Assess the network infrastructure, identify gaps, and define future technology adoption goals.
• Track and study technology evaluation, market trends as inputs to strategy for new and emerging technologies and enablers.
• Evaluate and incorporate emerging AI / ML technologies and methodologies applicable to network automation, including benchmarking technologies / solutions with industry best practices to recommend improvements or new technologies.
• Source and explore with vendors and technology partners, e.g., for AI/ML-powered network automation tools, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic direction.
• Lead related new technology RFP, including vendor negotiation.
• Support periodic technology sharing with management team.
• Work with cross-functional teams to align network automation strategies with business objectives and infrastructure needs, and for technology PoC / trial.
• Represent U Mobile in technical industry forums or standardization bodies for new technologies.
• Establish relationships with technology providers, solution providers, and other partners.
• Provide network automation & transformation strategy to support the yearly budget planning (AOP).

About You

1. Education/What people Know: Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Data Science, or related field.
2. Experience/What people Have Done: Minimum 7 years working experience, with >5 years in network strategy, architecture, and planning, focusing on network automation & transformation. Knowledge of mobile network architecture, operations, AI, ML, digital twin, cloud platforms, and automation tools. Experience leading solutions, enablers, product evaluation, trials, and testing.
3. Competencies/What people Can Do: Represent UM externally, establish good partner relationships, possess strong technical and business acumen, and mentoring skills.
4. Personal Attributes/Who people Are: Business-focused, customer-centric, strategic thinker, self-motivated, positive, adaptable, and professional communicator.

What’s Next?

Once you have applied online, our team will review your application. Due to high volume, only shortlisted candidates will be notified.