Network Design Specialist - OSS Element Managers - ESN

Why this job matters

The Emergency Services Network (ESN) is a huge strategic priority for BT and our commitment to do the best for our customer and our country.  ESN will be one of the most advanced Emergency Services Networks in the world. and BT is proud to the official supplier providing mission critical and trusted communications for Britain’s Emergency Services. The ESN will replace the existing Airwave network and building upon on EE’s existing 4G network and to provide essential new voice, data services, and critical communications services to 300,000 members of frontline emergency service users.

Being able to provide consistent data that describes the capability of the Radio Access Network (RAN) is critically important to all our customers (BT, PlusNet, EE, and Emergency Service Network). You will be responsible for the design and delivery of the radio vendor OSS, including layer 3 trace management  and geolocation systems feeding into network automation, analytics and reporting solutions across vendors technologies.  You will have a direct impact upon Nokia, Ericsson and Cisco Network Element Manager OSS design for O&M and onward data feeds, RAN Tools enhancements/evolutions and creation of high level OSS solution designs focusing on positive customer experience.

The successful candidate will be cleared to BPSS (or equivalent) as a minimum.  You may even be required to undergo National Security Vetting (e.g. CTC, SC or NPPV).
 

What you’ll be doing

•    You will be one of the RAN OSS design authorities to design RAN Element Managers and Trace Management tools which support the ESN contract
•    Working with RAN, Platform and IP Designers, to ensure the vendor OSS platform designs support the demands of the radio and transmission technologies
•    Engaging with technical and non-technical business users using their requirements to propose solution strategy for predicting, planning and visualising RAN data
•    Support resolving customer affected issues regarding RAN Data. Driving efficiency and scalability through the re-use of network designs and ongoing in-life operation of designs across the overall network platform and/or customer solution
•    Advising a matrix (virtual) team of technical experts to deliver network design solutions and provide technical advice to a larger matrix team

The skills you’ll need

What we would like to see on your CV

•    Good understanding of Mobile Radio Network & OSS architectures and the design and operational processes to develop and run the network. Proven experience in OSS design, particularly in Network Element Management platforms
•    Excellent understanding of Nokia MantaRay NM, Ericsson ENM, Cisco EPNM OSS, Trace Management and Geolocation tools. Knowledge of IP Networks, virtual machines and cloud based hosting solutions
•    Excellent Unix/Linux scripting skills(including BASH, PERL and PYTHON). Thorough understanding of radio network infrastructure data, all data formats/protocols for northbound interfaces
•    Proven background in business strategy, organisational performance, finance and KPI’s, data reporting/insights and building a case for change
•    Exposure to working with AWS, Azure or other cloud hosting technology would be desirable

Benefits

At BT, we entertain, educate, and empower millions of people every single day. We’re a brand built on connecting people – whether that’s friends, family, businesses, or communities. Working here, you’ll receive an attractive salary and a range of competitive benefits, but – more than that – you’ll be joining an ambitious organisation with a culture of togetherness, collaboration, and inclusivity, that takes a genuine and proactive interest in your progress and development.

•    10% on target annual bonus 
•    BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
•    X4 Salary Life Assurance
•    Huge range of flexible benefits including Cycle to Work, Healthcare, Season Ticket Loan, Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice
•    25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
•    From January 2025, equal family leave:  receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
•    Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
•    24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
•    2 weeks paid carer’s leave 
•    World-class training and development opportunities
•    Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes
•    Discounted broadband, mobile and TV package
•    Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop

Flexible Working
This role offers a 3 together, 2 wherever working model. This means you are required to be at your contractual location 3 days a week with 2 flexible days per week.