Network Integration Engineer

Role & responsibilities

• Design and Implementation

• Plan, configure, and implement network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
  
• Set up and manage VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), and Layer 2/3 configurations.
  

• Node Commissioning & Configuration

• Perform end-to-end configuration and commissioning of network elements: RAN, Core, IP routers, and switches.
  
• Ensure successful integration of nodes into NMS/OSS platforms.
  

• Network Integration

• Execute network integration tasks using tools like Nokia NIMS, Huawei U2000, Ericsson ENM, or similar.
  
• Create and follow detailed Method of Procedures (MOPs) for live network changes.
  

• Monitoring & Troubleshooting

• Proactively monitor network health and performance using diagnostic tools (ping, traceroute, Wireshark, etc.).
  
• Conduct root cause analysis and coordinate with vendors/TAC for escalated incidents.
  

• Automation & Scripting (Preferred)

• Use basic Python or Shell scripting for automation of routine tasks and log collection.
  

• Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare and maintain technical documentation including MOPs, Acceptance Test (AT) reports, and Handover documents.
  
• Create network diagrams and records using tools like Visio or Draw.io.
  

• Coordination & Communication

• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors during deployments and troubleshooting.
  
• Communicate planned outages, changes, and incident resolutions effectively.
  

• Change & Incident Management

• Participate in change management activities during maintenance windows and planned outages.
  
• Follow ITIL practices for incident logging and resolution tracking.
  

• Security & Compliance

• Ensure network configurations adhere to security and compliance standards.
  
• Support regular audits and access control mechanisms.

Skill Set Summary

Technical Skills

• Proficient in

  IP Networking

  concepts including Routing, Switching, VLANs, BGP, OSPF, and MPLS.
• Hands-on experience in

  node configuration and commissioning

  across Routers, Switches, RAN, and Core network elements.
• Skilled in using telecom integration platforms such as

  Nokia NIMS, Huawei U2000, Ericsson ENM

  , or equivalent tools for node onboarding and MOP creation.
• Good knowledge of

  NMS/OSS systems

  , integration methodologies, and end-to-end network deployment workflows.
• Familiar with basic

  scripting in Python/Shell

  for automation and log collection (preferred).
• Proficient in using

  network diagnostic tools

  like ping, traceroute, and Wireshark.
• Experience in preparing and executing

  Method of Procedures (MOPs)

  , Acceptance Test (AT) documents, and final

  handover reports

  .

Soft & Project Skills

• Strong

  documentation skills

  using MS Excel, Word, Visio, and tools like Draw.io for network diagrams.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities across

  multi-vendor and cross-functional teams

  .
• Capable of managing

  real-time troubleshooting

  under pressure and resolving critical incidents.
• Sound understanding of

  change management processes

  and executing tasks during

  planned outages

  .
• Proficient in

  log analysis

  and working with

  TAC teams

  for escalated issue resolution.