FW Core CICD SME

Role & responsibilities

experience 7+ years

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Ericsson + CI/CD + Phyton + Java +Ansible + Puppet +chef+ Ericsson ENM+ Ericsson EDA+ Cisco CNC Cisco

About the Role:

We are seeking

Key Responsibilities:

• Software Development & Modernization:

o Lead Software Lifecycle Upgrades: Drive and execute comprehensive software lifecycle upgrade projects, encompassing analysis, design, development, testing, and deployment phases.

o Code Refactoring & Development: Expertly refactor existing customized source codes written in Python, Java, and C# into new, optimized OS baselines, ensuring high performance, scalability, and maintainability.

o Platform-Specific Solutions: Develop, integrate, and customize software solutions specifically for Cisco and Ericsson EMS platforms, ensuring seamless functionality and adherence to vendor standards.

• DevOps & Automation :

o CI/CD Pipeline Design & Implementation: Architect, implement, and maintain end-to-end Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps, automating build, test, and deployment processes to accelerate delivery cycles.

o Infrastructure & Configuration Automation: Develop and maintain automation scripts using tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Chef, or Terraform for efficient provisioning, configuration management, and infrastructure as code.

o Container Orchestration: Deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications effectively using Kubernetes, leveraging its capabilities for orchestration, self-healing, and service discovery, along with practical experience with Docker.

• Monitoring, Logging & Alerting: Implement and manage robust monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions to proactively identify issues, ensure system health, and optimize performance across all environments.

• Telco-Specific Focus & Integration:

o Custom Scripting & Job Development: Design, develop, and implement complex customized scripting and scheduled jobs specifically tailored for Telco customers, addressing unique operational and business requirements.

o Vendor Collaboration & Integration: Collaborate closely with major software vendors to integrate customized solutions with new OS baselines and ensure smooth interoperability within complex Telco environments.

o Customer-Centric Solutions: Contribute to projects for prominent Telco customers (e.g., NBN, Optus, TGP), demonstrating a deep understanding of their unique needs and operational workflows.

• Required Skills & Experience:

o Core Programming Expertise: Strong proficiency and demonstrated experience in Python, Java, and C# for large-scale application development and system integration.

o DevOps & Automation:

• Proven hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and managing CI/CD pipelines.

• Solid understanding and practical experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible) and version control systems (e.g., Git, GitHub, Bitbucket).

• Mandatory hands-on experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration and Docker for containerization.

• EMS Platform Experience: Direct, hands-on working experience with both Cisco and Ericsson Element Management Systems (EMS).

• Expert Telco Domain Knowledge:

• Extensive experience within existing OSS/BSS and EMS software environments in a telecommunications context.

• Prior exposure to and understanding of major Telco equipment suppliers and their respective platforms.

• Demonstrable experience in customized scripting and schedule job development tailored for specific Telco customer projects (e.g., NBN, Optus, TGP).

• Preferred Technical Familiarity (mandatory):

• Ericsson Network Manager (ENM)

• Ericsson Dynamic Activation (EDA)

• Cisco Crosswork Network Controller (CNC)

• AXIROX ACS - AXESS & AXTRACK

• Problem-Solving & Collaboration:

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a meticulous attention to detail.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across development, operations, and external vendor teams.

• Desirable Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical field.

• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., DevOps, cloud platform certifications).

• Experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and infrastructure as code principles.

Work with FW Core Architecture Team and CICD Expert to implement the EMS