SimbaNet IP / MPLS Engineer Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya

SimbaNet IP / MPLS Engineer Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya


Job Summary:

  • Reporting to Core Network Manager, the IP/MPLS Engineer will be responsible for core and access network planning and design (IP/MPL), capacity planning, management and ensuring efficient allocations based on defined customer SLAs, provision of carrier/enterprise circuit as well related problem diagnosis and solution.

    Key Roles and Responsibilities

    Specifically the job holder will be responsible for:-

  • Core and access network planning and design (IP/MPLS)

  • 3rd level escalation point for any arising technical issues

  • Core and Access Network documentation

  • Capacity planning, management and ensuring efficient allocations as per defined SLA

  • Management of network systems (Cacti/MRTG/Nagios/RADIUS servers/Tacacs/Rancid/

  • Ensuring customer SLAs are met and exceeded

  • Provision of carrier/ enterprise solutions

  • Management of core network upgrades/change management

  • Management of GPON/ METRO network and ensuring optimal performance at all times.

  • Management and planning of IPv4, IPv6 and VLANs.

  • Timely weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual report for core and access network on availability and usage.

  • Organizing training sessions for NOC and Support.

  • Diagnose problems and solve issues

  • Regular network auditing – for security, availability and resilience

  • Monitoring network usage, anticipating problems and suggesting technical solutions

    Required Education, Experience & Attributes

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunication, Information technology, Computer Science or Electrical & Electronic Engineering from a recognized university

  • CCNA/CCNP/JNCIA/JNCIS Certification

  • A minimum of 3 years technical experience
    in the telecommunications environment with deep knowledge of IP network services and direct interaction with clients

  • Good knowledge on IP/MPLS network design and provision of services

  • Good network diagnostic skills

  • Basic Linux CLI skills

  • Ability to work well in a busy team, a quick learner who is able to deal with a wide range of issues

  • Strong analytical skills and ability to collate and interpret data from various sources

  • Ability to assess and prioritize faults and respond or escalate accordingly

  • Demonstrated ability to work in a call-out Rota running 24/7

    How to Apply

  • Interested candidates to send updated CV to

  • recruit@ke.wananchi.com with job the title ”IP/MPLS Engineer” as the subject line not later than 11 August, 2020.

  • Wananchi Group is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive remuneration and benefits to the right candidate.

  • Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

  • Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.


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