Manager - Core Projects

Vodafone Idea Limited is an Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group partnership. It is India’s leading telecom service provider. The Company provides pan India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G and 4G platform. With the large spectrum portfolio to support the growing demand for data and voice, the company is committed to deliver delightful customer experiences and contribute towards creating a truly ‘Digital India’ by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow. The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence. The Company is listed on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.
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Role
TM- CORE Projects
Job Level/ Designation
M1
Function / Department
Technology, Core IN&VAS
Location
Job Purpose
Projects CORE
Key Result Areas/Accountabilities
Responsible for CS/PS Core Roll out (MSS/MGW/HLR/IMS, vGW, vMME, vDNS/DNS, CG, CGNAT, Firewall, PCRF) as per requirements. Also responsible for the Cloud and IP infra (Leaf and Spine) deployment for the PACO locations
Part of Project delivery need to interact with Different cross-functional teams: PS/CS Planning, Infra Planning & Projects, IP Planning, Projects and OPS team, RA Team, LI Team, MBSS Team, A/T Team,SNOC Team, CS/PS OPS Team, Cloud OPS Team. For timely Implementation as well as Hand over Go ahead require from all the Teams.
Managing the different Vendors: CS/PS Vendors, Cloud Vendors, HW Vendors, such as: CISCO, NOKIA, ERICSSON, ZTE, MAVENIR, HUAWEI, IBM, HP etc. Have regular Project and Governance Meeting with the Vendors in Persons as well as on call. Try to establish Best Practices among the vendors. Track the entire Project after PO up to Go Live .
Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience
Should have Knowledge on CS/PS domain
Should have Knowledge on VoLTE
Should be familiar with CS/ PS /VOLTE signaling flow
Should have knowledge on IP domain
Must have technical / professional qualifications