Core Network Engineer (J26-59)

Role Summary

Core Network Engineering & Operations

• Offer, deploy, and operate core network platforms supporting subscriber mobility, authentication, and service logic
• Maintain and evolve core components such as mobility, subscriber databases, and service control systems
• Supervise operational platforms used for monitoring, fault management, and service assurance
• Coordinate with radio teams to ensure seamless interaction between access and core networks
• Guarantee service continuity, resilience, and compliance with availability targets

Deployment, Integration & Troubleshooting

• Configure and support signalling and control protocols used in telecom core networks
• Lead technical activities related to network rollouts, upgrades, and vendor migrations
• Analyse incidents, identify root causes, and implement long-term corrective actions
• Monitor traffic trends and anticipate capacity constraints
• Produce and maintain detailed technical documentation and operational procedures

Performance & Modernization

• Introduce intelligent tools to improve network observability and proactive issue detection
• Contribute to automation and simplification of operational processes
• Assess emerging technologies and support their integration into the existing ecosystem
• Work closely with IT, cloud, and digital teams on network transformation programs

Core Competencies

• Solid mastery of telecom core networks across legacy and next-generation technologies
• Strong exposure to operational support environments and network supervision tools
• Good understanding of radio access concepts and their impact on the core layer
• Hands-on experience with subscriber management, mobility, and service platforms
• Ability to operate across both fixed and mobile network contexts

Professional Experience

• At least 5 years in a telecom engineering or core network role
• Experience handling complex, multi-vendor environments
• Proven involvement in large-scale deployments or network evolution projects
• Familiarity with IT and system integration constraints in telecom environments

Advanced & Emerging Topics

• Exposure to data-driven optimization or AI-assisted operations
• Knowledge of automation frameworks and orchestration concepts
• Understanding of virtualized or cloud-based network functions is a plus

Education & Certifications

• Degree in telecommunications, computer engineering, or a comparable technical field
• Vendor or industry certifications are valued
• Previous experience in Middle East telecom environments is appreciated
• Ability to work professionally in English; Arabic is an advantage

Soft Skills & Mindset

• Structured thinker with strong diagnostic abilities
• Comfortable operating in high-availability, on-call environments
• Clear communicator, both written and verbal
• Collaborative attitude with the ability to work across disciplines
• Curious and adaptable, with a strong interest in evolving technologies