Radio Access Network
3 months ago
Job Title: Radio Access Network (RAN) Ericsson Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Automation Team
Location: Reading, 2 days a week and the rest from home
Day Rate: £595-£625 per day inside IR35 (Pay type is non-negotiable)
Job Description:
My key client, a telecoms giant, are seeking a highly skilled Radio Access Network (RAN) Ericsson Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join a dynamic automation team. You will require deep expertise in Ericsson RAN platforms and equipment, along with a strong understanding of Network Automation, Orchestration, and Service Management. As a key player in the team, you will drive the design and architecture of automation solutions for mobile network, ensuring optimal performance, efficiency, and scalability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Technical Expertise: Serve as the primary technical authority on RAN-related topics, with a focus on Ericsson RAN platforms and equipment for the Mobile Automation Team.
- Automation Design: Collaborate with the Mobile Automation team to architect, design, and implement RAN automation solutions to streamline network operations, including provisioning, fault management, and performance optimization.
- Network Orchestration: Support and enhance network orchestration capabilities, working closely with the Mobile Automation team to integrate RAN functionalities into the broader service orchestration architecture.
- Service Orchestration: Contribute to the development of service orchestration strategies, ensuring seamless integration of RAN services within the automated network environment.
- Operational Support: Provide 3rd-line technical support for automated RAN systems, resolving complex issues and ensuring high availability of network services.
- Documentation & Training: Develop technical documentation and training materials to support the deployment and operation of RAN automation solutions.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including core network, IT, and field operations teams, to ensure alignment on automation goals and objectives.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for improvement in RAN automation processes, tools, and technologies, staying updated on the latest trends in RAN automation and orchestration.
Essential Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in Radio Access Networks (RAN) with expertise Ericsson RAN platforms and equipment.
- Strong understanding of RAN architectures, including 4G LTE and 5G NR technologies.
- Experience with network automation tools and platforms.
- Familiarity with network orchestration and service orchestration concepts and technologies (e.g., NFV, SDN, MANO, ETSI frameworks).
- Understanding of OSS/BSS systems and their integration with network elements, specifically Ericsson ENM, AMOS and its APIs.
- Experience with bulk provisioning scripting into ENM and understanding conflict / overload
- Knowledge and understanding of RAN Alliance interfaces such as O1, A1, O2 and M-Plane (R1) and how to implement rApp capability in a multi RAT / multi-vendor environment.
- An appreciation of how the Telecom Security Act (TSA) may impact RAN automation.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and engage with cross-functional teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex technical challenges.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in CI/CD pipelines for automation workflows.
- Hands-on experience with automation scripting languages such as Python, Ansible, or similar tools.
- Knowledge of cloud-native architectures and virtualized RAN (vRAN).
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and Agile methodologies.
- Industry certifications such as Ericsson Certified Associate.
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