Associate Engineer - Packet Core

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About this opportunity:

Ericsson is currently seeking a dynamic Senior Engineer Packet Core. To ensure configuration/Trouble Tickets/Troubleshooting/Security Compliances on various Core nodes on Ericsson Network Architecture.

What you will do:

• Monitor and manage PCN/MPBN nodes (SGW, PGW, SMF, UPF, routers, switches)


• Ensure network uptime and SLA adherence


• Perform routine health checks and preventive maintenance

• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and provide corrective actions


• Coordinate with OEM/vendors for critical issues

• Execute CRs for: Node integration/upgrades ,Traffic offloading / rehoming, Feature activation (4G, 5G SA, slicing, QoS)


• Validate pre/post KPIs and ensure no service impact

• Monitor KPIs: Attach success rate, session success rate and Throughput, latency, packet loss


• Identify bottlenecks and optimize network performance


• Capacity planning and forecasting

• Manage interfaces: S1-U, S5/S8, N3, N6 (PCN) , IP/MPLS (MPBN).


• Ensure seamless integration with RAN, IMS, IN, and external networks

• Handle critical incidents and outages


• Lead bridge calls and coordinate cross-domain teams


• Ensure timely resolution and communication

• Prepare RCA reports, incident reports, and daily/weekly KPIs


• Maintain network documentation and configurations.

The skills you bring:

• Strong knowledge of: 4G EPC & 5G Core (SA/NSA)


• Strong knowledge of: IP/MPLS networking (BGP, OSPF, ISIS, VRF)


• Strong knowledge of: Protocols: GTP, Diameter, SIP (basic), TCP/IP


• Experience with OEMs (Nokia, Ericsson, Huawei, Cisco, Juniper)


• Good understanding of Linux/Unix basics.


• 2 to 5 years of experience required.

All academic credentials must be from recognized and accredited institutions and are further subject to verification.