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Job description
Ericsson is hiring a Associate Engineer - Packet Core — a full-time, based in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh role. Apply directly on Ericsson's careers page below.
Associate Engineer - Packet Core
Location: Bhopal,Madhya Pradesh,India
Department: 82 Service Delivery
Work Location: onsite
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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
- Analyze and troubleshoot issues related to: Data session drops, latency, throughput degradation and Signaling failures (GTP, Diameter, BGP, OSPF, ISIS)
- 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.
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply?Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: India (IN) || Bhopal
Req ID: 788596
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Associate Engineer - Packet Core at Ericsson?
The required skills for Associate Engineer - Packet Core at Ericsson include: BGP, OSPF, TCP/IP, Linux, Unix.
What is the seniority level for Associate Engineer - Packet Core at Ericsson?
Associate Engineer - Packet Core at Ericsson is a Mid Level level position.
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