MS Core and Cloud Specialist ERCSJP00068391

Fircroft; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 224,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading network solutions provider is seeking an experienced PS Core Network Engineer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves daily health monitoring of core network systems, troubleshooting issues, and implementing configurations to enhance service performance. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, be adept in programming, and have experience with cloud technologies, following robust documentation standards. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to manage high-priority incidents effectively.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of PS Core portfolio: SGSN-MME, EPG, PCC, SAPC, DRA, SMF/UPF.
• Understanding of 2G/3G/4G/5G call flows.
• Proficient in GTP-C/U, Diameter, Radius, HTTP/2, SIP protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily health checks on PS Core nodes.
• Identify and resolve network faults and capacity issues.
• Manage subscriber sessions and configure APNs.

Skills

Network troubleshooting

Health monitoring

Session management

Configuration

Software management

KPI analysis

Automation development

Cloud technologies

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Bash

Python

Kubernetes

Docker

Wireshark

Job description

MS Core and Cloud Specialist ERCSJP00068391

About the job MS Core and Cloud Specialist ERCSJP00068391

PS Core Network Engineer

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced

PS Core Network Engineer to ensure the optimal performance of our network operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for daily monitoring and troubleshooting of systems while implementing improvements to meet our service objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Health Monitoring:
• Perform daily health checks and monitor alarms on PS Core nodes, including MME, SGSN, GGSN, EPG, PCC/PCG, SAPC, and SMF/UPF.
• Troubleshooting:
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve network faults, capacity issues, and performance degradation.
• Session Management:
• Manage subscriber sessions, PDP contexts, bearer handling, and IMSI tracing.
• Configuration:
• Implement new APNs, IMSI ranges, rating groups, and QoS profiles.
• Configure PCC rules, PDR/QER/FAR/URR policies, and integrate with PCRF/SAPC.
• DNS Management:
• Manage DNS/NAPTR/SRV configurations for IMS and EPC services.
• Integration Support:
• Support the integration of new PS Core nodes (vEPG, vMME, vUPF on cloud/Kubernetes).
• Software Management:
• Plan and implement software upgrades, patches, and capacity expansions.
• KPI Analysis:
• Analyze KPI trends such as attach success, bearer setup, handover success, latency, and throughput.
• Automation Development:
• Develop and maintain scripts (Bash, Python, Expect, AWK) for log parsing, KPIs, and automation.
• Strong knowledge of the PS Core portfolio: SGSN-MME, EPG (GGSN/PGW/SGW), PCC/PCG, SAPC, DRA, SMF/UPF.
• Understanding of 2G/3G/4G/5G call flows (Attach, TAU/RAU, Handover, Session Management).
• Proficient in relevant protocols: GTP-C/U, Diameter, Radius, HTTP/2, SIP, SCTP, TCP/UDP/IP.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies (VMware, OpenStack, Kubernetes, Docker).
• Hands-on experience with CLI (gsh, vshell, epg, PCC).
• Proficiency in OSS/BSS integration, NetAct, ENM, ENIQ, and Wireshark.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Capacity to work under pressure and manage high-priority incidents.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills for cross-team collaboration.