Engineer - VAS Planning.Technology job at MTN Uganda

About the Organization

MTN Uganda is a subsidiary of MTN Group, a multinational telecommunications group connecting approximately 232 million people in 22 countries across Africa and the Middle East.

Job Description

To participate in the design, planning, and optimization of MTN UG VAS platforms, to achieve a cost-effective and optimal VAS network design, and timely deployment of quality products and services in line with the business strategic objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for designing and dimensioning of the VAS system as well as new products and services to support the marketing product
Plan and design the network architecture to optimally serve the growth of the VAS network in terms of traffic, subscribers and value-added service capacity
Carry out research and feasibility studies for new products and produce standard professional technical reports
Design and plan the evolution of Value-Added Services, such as, but not limited to, messaging (USSD & SMS), Mobile Data, WAP, Multimedia products and other Third Party applications and services

Produce Functional and Technical Specification documents for new products and services.

Participate in cross functional meetings with key stakeholders involved in the development and deployment of new Value-Added Services to define best solutions for new products and services·
Meet with vendors on new market releases and technology upgrade path to ensure quick deployment of new and innovative products/services
Develop UNIX/shell scripts for processing statistics and other data off the VAS platforms
Interface with Marketing, business development groups for new services and product development planning
Primary interface with vendors on technical design, deployment and maintenance planning issues for VAS Systems
Project management and tracking to ensure that products are launched within specified timelines
Ensure VAS performance statistics are accurate and appropriate forecasts for capacity planning are derived
Develop technical and tender specification documents to be used during procurement and deployment of new products and solutions
To act as technical lead in VAS projects managed by Capital Projects
Prepare long term evolution plans for VAS system
Champion automation and efficiency in the department

Qualification, Experiences and Competencies

BSc Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Telecommunications Engineering or computer Science or any related course.

Experience:

Unix/Solaris/Linux and Database Administration Skills.
1 year experience in IN planning or operations
1 year experience in Mobile GSM Network Environment
1 year experience in UNIX shell scripting, database administration.
Competence with Oracle/ MySql Databases.
Proficiency in UNIX and LINUX operating systems.
Strong shell scripting skills and Proficiency in at least 1 programming language
Basic IP networking knowledge

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

Exposure to GSM Network management processes, procedures and activities as well as experience working with VAS and Charging/Billing systems.
Unix/ Linux System administration.
Database Management Skills.
Shell scripting/Programming
Basic IP networking knowledge
Quick learner
Good Knowledge of CS Core planning techniques
Good Analytical and Troubleshooting skills
Self-motivated.
Good communication skills.
Team Player