Senior Executive Cloud Core Operations

The role involves managing the NFVI Cloud Core infrastructure that supports mobile core networks such as EPC, CS Core, IMS, Signaling, and 5G. The primary focus is to ensure the cloud platform delivers high availability, optimal performance, scalability, security, and cost efficiency. This position also emphasizes driving automation, optimizing resources, and coordinating across various teams to maintain a robust and compliant cloud environment.

Key Responsibilities

Cloud & NFVI Infrastructure Management:
Support the planning, implementation, development, and testing of both hardware and software components within the cloud platform. Assist in aligning NFVI Cloud Core solutions with commercial and market demands. Maintain NFVI Cloud hardware including Rack/Blade Servers, FusionStorage, FusionSphere, FusionStage, and integrate with monitoring tools such as eSight, SIEM, PAM, and KPIs. Contribute to designing and maintaining a secure, compliant, and scalable cloud infrastructure.

Architecture, Design & Lifecycle Management:
Assist in managing the lifecycle of Virtual Network Functions (VNFs), including onboarding, scaling, upgrades, and commissioning. Support reviews of NFVI Cloud architecture and both high-level and low-level design documents. Work with Linux, OpenStack, FusionSphere, and MANO stacks (MAE/Orchestration, VNFO). Ensure implementation of storage security standards and data protection policies.

Performance, Capacity & Optimization:
Monitor system performance and capacity, anticipating future requirements to optimize cloud resources and processes. Track and report KPIs related to FusionSphere, FusionStorage, and NFV hardware such as IOPS, bandwidth, and latency. Regularly assess and improve cloud system performance, security, and scalability. Continuously recommend system and process enhancements.

Automation, Security & Compliance:
Implement automation strategies and upgrade infrastructure to meet evolving business needs. Assist in developing automation scripts for deployment, monitoring, and reporting tasks. Analyze security threats, conduct audits, and ensure compliance with security standards. Monitor NFVI Cloud licenses, certificates, and configurations across FusionSphere, FusionStorage, and hardware components.

Project, Vendor & Stakeholder Management:
Manage NFVI Cloud projects end-to-end, ensuring delivery within timelines and budget. Oversee network expansion initiatives and coordinate vendor activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Marketing, Finance, and Commercial departments. Finalize SLAs and manage tasks related to commercial and marketing teams, ensuring KPI and performance reporting.

Telecom Core & Network Operations:
Manage NFVI Cloud service flows and documentation for EPC, CS Core, IMS, Signaling, and other mobile core services. Apply in-depth knowledge of 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G network architectures. Support network optimization, service awareness, and parameter standardization efforts.

Documentation & Governance:
Prepare and verify planning tasks, configurations, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for system integration. Maintain design documents, audit records, compliance reports, and operational manuals to ensure governance and traceability.

Required Qualifications

Education:
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field is required.

Work Experience:
Preferably 2 to 4 years of experience in IT, Cloud Computing, EPC, and 5G Core environments.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

Certifications:
Huawei HCIA/HCIP/HCIE Cloud certifications, ZTE Cloud Certification, and OpenStack Certification are highly desirable.

Technical Skills:
Hands-on experience with Linux, OpenStack, FusionSphere, and MANO stack technologies. Strong understanding of public and private cloud models including IaaS and PaaS. Familiarity with AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud platforms is an advantage. Knowledge of SDN/Non-SDN, HANA, HPC, IoT, and AI environments is beneficial. Proficiency in scripting and automation tools such as Python, PowerShell, Bash, and Ansible is essential.

This position offers an opportunity to work at the forefront of cloud infrastructure supporting advanced mobile networks, with a focus on innovation, security, and operational excellence.