Engineer_Contract (Networks)

Singapore Telecommunications Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications provider in Singapore is seeking candidates for a role focused on transforming network infrastructure and providing operational support. Ideal applicants should hold a relevant degree and possess troubleshooting skills in IP networks, particularly in understanding internet routing protocols. The position demands availability for standby support, and offers a range of health benefits and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Full suite of health and wellness benefits

Ongoing training and development programs

Internal mobility opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant working experience in design and operation, maintenance of IP networks is advantageous.
• Understanding of TCP/IP, OSFP, ISIS, BGP, VLAN, MPLS protocols.
• Knowledge of routers/switches architecture.

Responsibilities

• Support the transformation project for Singtel’s Next Generation Carrier Ethernet Network.
• Manage operation issues and escalate complex cases to Vendors.
• Monitor and take action on network infrastructure faults.
• Schedule and execute preventive and corrective maintenance.

Skills

Electrical / Electronic / Computer Engineering

Internet routing protocols

Troubleshooting skills

Nokia Certified Network Routing

Cisco certifications

Availability for 24x7 standby support

Education

Degree or diploma in relevant fields

Job description

At Singtel, we believe in the strength of a vibrant, diverse and inclusive workforce where backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people help us innovate and create strong connections with our customers. We strive to ensure all our people practices are non-discriminatory and provide a fair, performance-based work culture that is diverse, inclusive and collaborative.Join us and experience what it’s like to be with an Employer of Choice*. Together, let’s create a brighter digital future for all. *Awarded at the HR Fest Awards 2020.

Singtel Networks, the most established telecommunications infrastructure provider in Singapore is transforming to enable the digital generation of tomorrow. We are introducing new capabilities in 5G, Cloud, Analytics, Digital Commerce, Software Engineering, Cyber Security to enhance our core competencies and deliver innovative and differentiated Mobile and Fixed services (Broadband, TV and Telephony) for our customers. We are committed to celebrating inclusion and diversity and is a strong believer to upskill and nurture all individuals. Come join us today as we build Singtel’s Networks of tomorrow, and Empower Every Generation to live, work and play in new ways!

Make an Impact by:

• Support the transformation project for Singtel’s Next Generation Carrier Ethernet Network (NGCE).
• Mange operation issues and escalation chronic/technically complex cases to the Vendors and follow-up till closure.
• Monitor and take remedial action on pro-actively and reactively detected services and network infrastructure faults till closure.
• Schedule and carry out network maintenance on network Infrastructure such as the new deployment of nodes and trunks to support Core network activities and business growth.
• Schedule and execute pre-planned operational activities such as preventive and corrective maintenance like network device hardware and software upgrade as well as new service provisioning and network optimization.
• Ensure that technical and managerial escalation and communication to stake holders are done whenever necessary.
• Liaise and coordinate with internal stake holders, providers and partners to ensure swift and efficient resolution of faults.
• Provide impact analysis and process review on scheduled changes / faults / outage on provider and internal networks (e.g. fiber cuts, fiber diversions, hardware failure…).
• Documenting all Incidents and events through Incident ticketing system.
• Identify areas of improvements to reduce Infrastructure faults and improve monitoring capability.
• Deployment of best practice configurations in existing infrastructure.
• Up keeping of IP network infrastructure information and records.

Skills for Success:

• Degree or diploma in Electrical / Electronic / Computer Engineering / Computer Science / Information Systems.
• Candidates with relevant working experience in design and operation, maintenance of IP networks of global service providers will have added advantage.
• Understanding of Internet routing protocols and technologies including TCP/IP, OSFP, ISIS, BGP, VLAN, MPLS.
• Knowledge of routers/switches architecture and analytical and trouble‑shooting skills in the area of technical fault isolation and rectification.
• Knowledge in Nokia Certified Network Routing Specialists (NRS I, NRS II) or Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP) or Juniper certifications (JNCIA, JNCIS) or Huawei certifications (HCNA, HCNP).
• Willing to be available for 24 x 7 standby support and/or scheduled shift work.

Rewards that Go Beyond:

• Full suite of health and wellness benefits
• Ongoing training and development programs
• Internal mobility opportunities

Areyou ready to say hello to BIG Possibilities

Take the leap with Singtel to unlock new opportunities and accelerate your growth. Apply now and start your empowering career!