Packet Core Support Solution Architect
2026-09-28T12:40:17+00:00
Ericsson
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Professional Services
Computer & IT, Science & Engineering, Telecommunications
2026-10-12T17:00:00+00:00
8
Background
Ericsson is a world-leading provider of telecommunications equipment & services to mobile & fixed network operators. Over 1,000 networks in more than 180 countries use Ericsson equipment, & more than 40 percent of the world’s mobile traffic passes through Ericsson networks. Using innovation to empower people, business & society, we are work...
Responsibilities
Own and drive complex Customer Service Requests (CSRs) from initiation to closure, ensuring effective coordination and customer satisfaction.
Lead complex Packet Core network and node investigations, troubleshooting technical issues and identifying root causes.
Develop and coordinate solutions to restore and maintain network stability.
Provide technical leadership during major incidents, emergency handling, customer escalations, and crisis situations.
Take end-to-end ownership of assigned solutions throughout investigation, resolution, and service improvement.
Build strong customer relationships by understanding their network environment, priorities, and operational requirements.
Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to share knowledge and improve troubleshooting efficiency.
Identify product, process, and service improvements and translate technical findings into clear requirements.
Identify potential business opportunities arising from customer requirements and operational challenges.
Escalate recurring problems, process deficiencies, and operational irregularities to relevant stakeholders.
Create and maintain known solutions and technical knowledge articles.
Apply relevant Solution Management and global support processes.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Telecommunications, IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience
10+ years of relevant telecommunications experience, with extensive Packet Core support, integration, or operations expertise.
Skills
Strong troubleshooting, fault-finding, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent understanding of Packet Core architecture, EPC, call flows, session management, and mobility management.
Strong understanding of surrounding domains, including Circuit-Switched Core, IMS, and RAN.
Strong Ericsson Packet Core product knowledge, particularly EPG, SGSN-MME, PCC/PCG, PCRF (SAPC/CCPC), and DNS/IPWorks.
Excellent knowledge of virtualization and cloud technologies, including cloud-native environments, OpenStack, Kubernetes, and Docker.
Excellent knowledge of UNIX/Linux operating systems.
Strong IP networking knowledge, including routing, protocols, network design, and troubleshooting.
Experience with hardware/software installation, configuration, migration, and upgrades.
Experience with First Office Application (FOA), Proof of Concept (PoC), or similar customer validation activities.
Knowledge of PROPS-C or similar support/service-management frameworks.
Ability to lead technical teams during complex investigations and critical customer situations.
Strong communication, presentation, collaboration, and customer-facing consulting skills.
Ability to work under pressure and align technical solutions with customer and business priorities.
- Own and drive complex Customer Service Requests (CSRs) from initiation to closure, ensuring effective coordination and customer satisfaction.
- Lead complex Packet Core network and node investigations, troubleshooting technical issues and identifying root causes.
- Develop and coordinate solutions to restore and maintain network stability.
- Provide technical leadership during major incidents, emergency handling, customer escalations, and crisis situations.
- Take end-to-end ownership of assigned solutions throughout investigation, resolution, and service improvement.
- Build strong customer relationships by understanding their network environment, priorities, and operational requirements.
- Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to share knowledge and improve troubleshooting efficiency.
- Identify product, process, and service improvements and translate technical findings into clear requirements.
- Identify potential business opportunities arising from customer requirements and operational challenges.
- Escalate recurring problems, process deficiencies, and operational irregularities to relevant stakeholders.
- Create and maintain known solutions and technical knowledge articles.
- Apply relevant Solution Management and global support processes.
- Strong troubleshooting, fault-finding, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent understanding of Packet Core architecture, EPC, call flows, session management, and mobility management.
- Strong understanding of surrounding domains, including Circuit-Switched Core, IMS, and RAN.
- Strong Ericsson Packet Core product knowledge, particularly EPG, SGSN-MME, PCC/PCG, PCRF (SAPC/CCPC), and DNS/IPWorks.
- Excellent knowledge of virtualization and cloud technologies, including cloud-native environments, OpenStack, Kubernetes, and Docker.
- Excellent knowledge of UNIX/Linux operating systems.
- Strong IP networking knowledge, including routing, protocols, network design, and troubleshooting.
- Experience with hardware/software installation, configuration, migration, and upgrades.
- Experience with First Office Application (FOA), Proof of Concept (PoC), or similar customer validation activities.
- Knowledge of PROPS-C or similar support/service-management frameworks.
- Ability to lead technical teams during complex investigations and critical customer situations.
- Strong communication, presentation, collaboration, and customer-facing consulting skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and align technical solutions with customer and business priorities.
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Telecommunications, IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
JOB-6aba60317b267
Vacancy title:
Packet Core Support Solution Architect
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Computer & IT, Science & Engineering, Telecommunications]
Jobs at:
Ericsson
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, October 12 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, September 28 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background
Ericsson is a world-leading provider of telecommunications equipment & services to mobile & fixed network operators. Over 1,000 networks in more than 180 countries use Ericsson equipment, & more than 40 percent of the world’s mobile traffic passes through Ericsson networks. Using innovation to empower people, business & society, we are work...
Responsibilities
Own and drive complex Customer Service Requests (CSRs) from initiation to closure, ensuring effective coordination and customer satisfaction.
Lead complex Packet Core network and node investigations, troubleshooting technical issues and identifying root causes.
Develop and coordinate solutions to restore and maintain network stability.
Provide technical leadership during major incidents, emergency handling, customer escalations, and crisis situations.
Take end-to-end ownership of assigned solutions throughout investigation, resolution, and service improvement.
Build strong customer relationships by understanding their network environment, priorities, and operational requirements.
Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to share knowledge and improve troubleshooting efficiency.
Identify product, process, and service improvements and translate technical findings into clear requirements.
Identify potential business opportunities arising from customer requirements and operational challenges.
Escalate recurring problems, process deficiencies, and operational irregularities to relevant stakeholders.
Create and maintain known solutions and technical knowledge articles.
Apply relevant Solution Management and global support processes.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Telecommunications, IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience
10+ years of relevant telecommunications experience, with extensive Packet Core support, integration, or operations expertise.
Skills
Strong troubleshooting, fault-finding, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent understanding of Packet Core architecture, EPC, call flows, session management, and mobility management.
Strong understanding of surrounding domains, including Circuit-Switched Core, IMS, and RAN.
Strong Ericsson Packet Core product knowledge, particularly EPG, SGSN-MME, PCC/PCG, PCRF (SAPC/CCPC), and DNS/IPWorks.
Excellent knowledge of virtualization and cloud technologies, including cloud-native environments, OpenStack, Kubernetes, and Docker.
Excellent knowledge of UNIX/Linux operating systems.
Strong IP networking knowledge, including routing, protocols, network design, and troubleshooting.
Experience with hardware/software installation, configuration, migration, and upgrades.
Experience with First Office Application (FOA), Proof of Concept (PoC), or similar customer validation activities.
Knowledge of PROPS-C or similar support/service-management frameworks.
Ability to lead technical teams during complex investigations and critical customer situations.
Strong communication, presentation, collaboration, and customer-facing consulting skills.
Ability to work under pressure and align technical solutions with customer and business priorities.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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