MNS Core Senior Services Engineer in KSA

Tangent International; Saudi Arabia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in KSA is seeking an experienced MNS Core Senior Services Engineer for a 12-month extendable contract. This key role involves ensuring the optimal operation and maintenance of Core and IMS networks, focusing on troubleshooting, configuration, and automation using AI/ML technologies. Candidates should possess deep technical competencies and be well-versed in various advanced networking protocols to meet the demands of this challenging position.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with IMS/WCDMA/GSM core platforms.
• Deep understanding of signaling protocols: SS7/IP, GCP, CAP.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and network performance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, configure, and maintain Core and IMS Network Nodes.
• Drive network automation initiatives using advanced scripting.
• Manage cloud-based application nodes effectively.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Configuration

Network Automation

Performance KPIs

Tools

Wireshark

MongoDB

Shell

VB Script

SQL

Python

ELK Stack

REST API

Job description

New opportunity alert in KSA!

I am seeking an experienced MNS Core Senior Services Engineer for a 12-month extendable contract.

Role Overview:

The MNS Core Senior Services Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and optimization of Core and IMS networks. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, configuring, and enhancing network elements, as well as automating network functions using AI/ML technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Troubleshoot, configure, and maintain Core and IMS Network Nodes such as CSCF, MTAS, SBC, IPWorks, NELS, MSS, MSC, TSC, MGW, and IP-STP.
2. Operate platforms like BSP 8100, AXE 810, APZ 212 50/60, APG43L, and CPP.
3. Drive network automation initiatives utilizing Shell, VB Script, SQL, Python, MongoDB, ELK Stack, Angular, and REST API.
4. Manage cloud-based application nodes (e.g., SBC, BGF, CTC, IPWorks).

Technical Competencies:

• Extensive O&M experience with IMS/WCDMA/GSM core platforms (BSP, AXE, MGW CPP).
• Advanced troubleshooting skills across IMS (CSCF, MTAS, SBC, etc.), MSS, MSC, FNR, HLR, STP, MGW.
• Deep understanding of signaling protocols: SS7/IP, GCP, CAP, MAP, INAP, SCCP, ISUP, BICC, SIP, Diameter, SGsAP, ATM.
• Proficient in network topology, traffic analysis, and performance KPIs (e.g., LU, ASR, Paging, Handover).
• Expertise in protocol analysis using tools like K15, Masterclaw, and Wireshark.
• Knowledge of node integration processes (RNC, BSC, VAS nodes).
• Hardware and software troubleshooting (APZ21250/40, AP...)