Manager - Core Architecture - Roodepoort at MTN

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Performance Areas

The Manager Core Architecture will be accountable to achieve the following objectives:

• Remain abreast of the latest technology innovations and trends and translate this into technical deliverables of MTN’s Core strategy and roadmap key drivers.
• Provide input and support on the development of Group Core planning, optimisation standards and strategies, with a key focus on Architecture Development across the MTN Group.
• Evaluate and conduct deep network analyses to detect inefficiencies in the Core domain and provide guidance utilizing optimization techniques and network features to continuously improve customer experience and introduce revenue generating opportunities.
• Ensure blueprint standardisation of Core cloud INFRA, Abstraction layer, application software and features across all OPCOs.
• Dimensioning of all OpCo core network elements to secure appropriate capacity for future growth, including network resilience, security and E2E redundancy
• Provide input and support for Core Network products on selecting suitable vendors through Group tenders(RFx) and collaborate with all internal/external stakeholders.
• Actively manage performance of Core through dashboard KPI targets development and monitoring.
• Provide cross domain technical support to other teams like Access, TX/IP Transport, VAS. IT on all Core related interworking touchpoints, protocols and any arising issues.
• OPCO stakeholder management , regular engagement with OPCOs
• Participate in the  Best Customer experience program to ensure that OPCOs achieve number 1 status in NPS

Key Deliverables

• Core technology roadmap that governs HW and SW standardisation across MTN Group.
• Core KPI target development including Dashboard and Performance Monitoring.
• Develop and maintain the Planning and Design principles and standards across the Core Network domains.
• Global trend analysis in Core technologies and alignment to business roadmap strategies.
• Drafting and evaluation of RFx for equipment and services sourcing.
• External/Internal stakeholder collaboration and support.
• Core Network Optimisation and Performance improvements with focus on NPS.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Minimum of 4-year tertiary degree (B-Tech/B.Sc. Computer Science / Network Engineering)
• MBA or Masters advantageous
• Fluent in English 

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years or more as manager or team leader.
• At least 5 years’ experience in relevant sector / industry/ area of specialisation.
• Relevant experience in Network design and planning 
• Drafting and evaluation of RFI/RFQ/RFP for equipment and service sourcing.
• Worked across diverse cultures and geographies advantageous
• Experience working in a medium to large organisation