Packet Core Designer My client, an International mobile operator is currently looking for an experienced Packet Core designer to join their team on a long-term contract basis. The Role covers all technical design aspects of the Packet Core, as well as the Strategic requirements for the Evolved Packet Core for the support of business solutions and MVNO operating models. You will have the responsibility to communicate with the relevant design, planning and operations teams to ensure that the network performance and capacity reports are developed for their use and where appropriate, provide relevant training on generating network views. Some of the key responsibilities include: Provide technical support for all business solutions using the Virtualised Evolved Packet Core (vEPC) Create the detailed designs for the business proposals and identify all possible development shortfalls (eg resource, technology, commercial). Develop and deliver training programs in support of the new designs and business proposals. Provide vEPC designs across all platforms (vSGSN-MME, vEPG, vePDG) Design and maintain appropriate network monitoring (detailed, timely, appropriate) for performance and capacity surveillance Support of investigations into Performance Issues Support the Testing Team with the Designs produced. Provide support for Performance Monitoring of vEPC during project events.
05/11/2021
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Packet Core Designer My client, an International mobile operator is currently looking for an experienced Packet Core designer to join their team on a long-term contract basis. The Role covers all technical design aspects of the Packet Core, as well as the Strategic requirements for the Evolved Packet Core for the support of business solutions and MVNO operating models. You will have the responsibility to communicate with the relevant design, planning and operations teams to ensure that the network performance and capacity reports are developed for their use and where appropriate, provide relevant training on generating network views. Some of the key responsibilities include: Provide technical support for all business solutions using the Virtualised Evolved Packet Core (vEPC) Create the detailed designs for the business proposals and identify all possible development shortfalls (eg resource, technology, commercial). Develop and deliver training programs in support of the new designs and business proposals. Provide vEPC designs across all platforms (vSGSN-MME, vEPG, vePDG) Design and maintain appropriate network monitoring (detailed, timely, appropriate) for performance and capacity surveillance Support of investigations into Performance Issues Support the Testing Team with the Designs produced. Provide support for Performance Monitoring of vEPC during project events.
Java Developer For one of our clients, Flint are looking for a Developer resource who can assist with the development of their internal application NECAP. Length of contract: 6 months+ extension Start date: ASAP Rate expectation: Negotiable. Please note this role is inside of IR35 NECAP is an internally developed application, used for auditing and configuration management. They would ideally like an individual who can support its programming development and work closely with the number of individuals within my team to meet demands of the business. Java Developer Skills & Experience: 5+ years of experience with Java Experience with Windows Experience with Software development 5+ years of experience with Mml Desirable skills: understanding of Telecoms and problem solving.
05/11/2021
Contractor
Java Developer For one of our clients, Flint are looking for a Developer resource who can assist with the development of their internal application NECAP. Length of contract: 6 months+ extension Start date: ASAP Rate expectation: Negotiable. Please note this role is inside of IR35 NECAP is an internally developed application, used for auditing and configuration management. They would ideally like an individual who can support its programming development and work closely with the number of individuals within my team to meet demands of the business. Java Developer Skills & Experience: 5+ years of experience with Java Experience with Windows Experience with Software development 5+ years of experience with Mml Desirable skills: understanding of Telecoms and problem solving.
Flint is currently looking for a Program Manager with extensive Software-related project experience, including Databases, and Analytics Experience along with ERP, CRM and custom software development or implementation. The Executive Program Manager (EPM) is a subject matter expert who mentors project teams in project management best practices, facilitates the Consulting project governance process, drives programs to improve Our clients' project management capability, and may directly manage high-impact projects or large programs with multiple projects running concurrently. When directly managing a project, the EPM is responsible for planning, scheduling, monitoring, and directing projects that incorporate Our clients' solutions. Projects may be located on-premises, in the public/private cloud, and in mixed environments. If assigned to Delivery Assurance, the EPM develops, deploys, and implements programs to improve the overall Our client's project management capability. The EPM also provides a focal point for gathering and distributing project management knowledge assets and best practices. The EPM helps focus management support on projects that could have a significant impact on the overall Our client's business. The EPM supports GEO Leads, engagement managers, project managers and project teams during presale planning, project risk assessment, proposal development, project startup, quality assurance audits, and project recovery. The EPM provides project leadership, client consultation, and sales support during these engagements, building true partnerships with senior client executives, senior managers in Our clients, and with outside partners and suppliers. Throughout these engagements, the EPM communicates Our client's strategy and offers and provides feedback to influence Our client's development and deployment programs. The EPM requires excellent written and good spoken English skills; including being able to conduct business communication in the English language. Skills Required Software-related project experience: Databases, Analytics Experience, maybe ERP, CRM, Custom software development or implementation. Key Areas of Responsibility Coach others on best practices of scoping, planning, cost estimating, and pricing of consulting projects. Mentors' others on statement of work development and risk assessment. Lead very complex solution implementation projects. Mentors' others on best practices to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and within client expectations for quality and functionality. Assist in the development of a prioritized project roadmap with recommendations that consider time to value, inter-dependencies with other efforts, longer-term goals, as well as tactical needs. Coach project teams on how to maintain day to day relationships with clients. Rebuild client relationships during project recoveries. Coach project teams in proper set up of the engagement in the timekeeping system, ensuring consultants and contractors are always current with their reported time. Produces project financial and status reports from the PSA and EDW systems. Identify sales opportunities, participate in presales planning, project pricing, bid review, and presentation of sales proposals. Mentor project managers on how to acquire incremental business within the project through change control. Conduct delivery assurance audits with project managers and other members of the project teams. Proactively monitors project portfolio status to focus management attention on the largest or riskiest projects. Ensure that Consulting knowledge resources and tools are fully leveraged Lead project/engagement close-out debriefings to identify lessons learned and best practices This role is Remote based anywhere in the UK and INSIDE OF IR35
07/10/2021
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Flint is currently looking for a Program Manager with extensive Software-related project experience, including Databases, and Analytics Experience along with ERP, CRM and custom software development or implementation. The Executive Program Manager (EPM) is a subject matter expert who mentors project teams in project management best practices, facilitates the Consulting project governance process, drives programs to improve Our clients' project management capability, and may directly manage high-impact projects or large programs with multiple projects running concurrently. When directly managing a project, the EPM is responsible for planning, scheduling, monitoring, and directing projects that incorporate Our clients' solutions. Projects may be located on-premises, in the public/private cloud, and in mixed environments. If assigned to Delivery Assurance, the EPM develops, deploys, and implements programs to improve the overall Our client's project management capability. The EPM also provides a focal point for gathering and distributing project management knowledge assets and best practices. The EPM helps focus management support on projects that could have a significant impact on the overall Our client's business. The EPM supports GEO Leads, engagement managers, project managers and project teams during presale planning, project risk assessment, proposal development, project startup, quality assurance audits, and project recovery. The EPM provides project leadership, client consultation, and sales support during these engagements, building true partnerships with senior client executives, senior managers in Our clients, and with outside partners and suppliers. Throughout these engagements, the EPM communicates Our client's strategy and offers and provides feedback to influence Our client's development and deployment programs. The EPM requires excellent written and good spoken English skills; including being able to conduct business communication in the English language. Skills Required Software-related project experience: Databases, Analytics Experience, maybe ERP, CRM, Custom software development or implementation. Key Areas of Responsibility Coach others on best practices of scoping, planning, cost estimating, and pricing of consulting projects. Mentors' others on statement of work development and risk assessment. Lead very complex solution implementation projects. Mentors' others on best practices to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and within client expectations for quality and functionality. Assist in the development of a prioritized project roadmap with recommendations that consider time to value, inter-dependencies with other efforts, longer-term goals, as well as tactical needs. Coach project teams on how to maintain day to day relationships with clients. Rebuild client relationships during project recoveries. Coach project teams in proper set up of the engagement in the timekeeping system, ensuring consultants and contractors are always current with their reported time. Produces project financial and status reports from the PSA and EDW systems. Identify sales opportunities, participate in presales planning, project pricing, bid review, and presentation of sales proposals. Mentor project managers on how to acquire incremental business within the project through change control. Conduct delivery assurance audits with project managers and other members of the project teams. Proactively monitors project portfolio status to focus management attention on the largest or riskiest projects. Ensure that Consulting knowledge resources and tools are fully leveraged Lead project/engagement close-out debriefings to identify lessons learned and best practices This role is Remote based anywhere in the UK and INSIDE OF IR35
The core business of Flint Consulting Limited (Flint) is to provide technical services and specialist resourcing to Tier-1 and Tier-2 Operators and Vendors predominantly in the ICT sector. We are now looking for Technical Design Authority ( OSS): Expertise in Telecom OSS Solution Architecture and Design, with specialization in the field of Service Fulfillment and Service Assurance areas. Extensive experience in OSS Network Resource/Inventory Management area. Good understanding of Telco Plan, Build, Operate processes. Good understanding of TOGAF Enterprise Architecture
04/10/2021
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The core business of Flint Consulting Limited (Flint) is to provide technical services and specialist resourcing to Tier-1 and Tier-2 Operators and Vendors predominantly in the ICT sector. We are now looking for Technical Design Authority ( OSS): Expertise in Telecom OSS Solution Architecture and Design, with specialization in the field of Service Fulfillment and Service Assurance areas. Extensive experience in OSS Network Resource/Inventory Management area. Good understanding of Telco Plan, Build, Operate processes. Good understanding of TOGAF Enterprise Architecture
Flint is looking for OSS Architects with good experience in: Deliver professional services within the Data Architecture workstream. Plan, analyze, and define solutions for new data requirements. Ensure OSS solutions comply with Data Policies Contribute to customer meetings and workshops and produce checkpoint reports as agreed. The skills the Infrastructure solution lead needs to have are: Experience in the telecom business domain, in particular telco network infrastructure. Experience in Data modelling and solution architecture (+ 7 years minimum). Experience in telecoms network inventory solution development and delivery. Experience working with customers throughout the delivery life cycle of the project, designing solutions and creating design document artifacts. Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude. Excellent communication skills.
04/10/2021
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Flint is looking for OSS Architects with good experience in: Deliver professional services within the Data Architecture workstream. Plan, analyze, and define solutions for new data requirements. Ensure OSS solutions comply with Data Policies Contribute to customer meetings and workshops and produce checkpoint reports as agreed. The skills the Infrastructure solution lead needs to have are: Experience in the telecom business domain, in particular telco network infrastructure. Experience in Data modelling and solution architecture (+ 7 years minimum). Experience in telecoms network inventory solution development and delivery. Experience working with customers throughout the delivery life cycle of the project, designing solutions and creating design document artifacts. Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude. Excellent communication skills.
For one of our clients, Flint are looking for a Reverse Logistics Manager for an exciting contracting opportunity. Why this job matters The team of four technical delivery professionals will support the Technical Delivery Inventory Control Specialist to ensure that all inventory holdings are managed either via third party/MBNL or directly in an efficient and costs effective manner. They will drive the use of existing inventory over purchase. They will also support other team members in successfully supporting all inventory demands that are required to support the successful deployment of equipment to support BT's plans for its mobile CORE and RAN. They will be responsible for implementing and managing governance of any required forums necessary to get the most out of our current stock holdings and manage risks around future requirements. What I'll be doing - your accountabilities Equipment returns from SWC/FSL Testing Refurbishment of stock Disposal Repair agent management Warranty Management Min/max stock levels across multiple locations Work with operations to ensure stock availability Skills required for the job Use data analytics - Uses complex data analysis to show underlying principles, process or system improvements. Self starter - You respond quickly to challenges, working independently using your initiative and seeking guidance only when necessary. Give specialist advice Offers expert advice on subject expertise building rapport with stakeholders as a trusted advisor. Be creative - Broadens skills and knowledge base, learns and explores new ideas and influences others towards new ways of thinking. Team player - You navigate relationships openly and honestly. You share knowledge and information to directly benefit or support others. Experience you would be expected to have Stakeholders Management - MANDATORY Telecoms experience - MANDATORY Warehouse management - PREFERRED Demand planning - PREFERRED Supply chain management experience - PREFERRED Experience of managing third parties for delivery - PREFERRED
10/09/2021
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For one of our clients, Flint are looking for a Reverse Logistics Manager for an exciting contracting opportunity. Why this job matters The team of four technical delivery professionals will support the Technical Delivery Inventory Control Specialist to ensure that all inventory holdings are managed either via third party/MBNL or directly in an efficient and costs effective manner. They will drive the use of existing inventory over purchase. They will also support other team members in successfully supporting all inventory demands that are required to support the successful deployment of equipment to support BT's plans for its mobile CORE and RAN. They will be responsible for implementing and managing governance of any required forums necessary to get the most out of our current stock holdings and manage risks around future requirements. What I'll be doing - your accountabilities Equipment returns from SWC/FSL Testing Refurbishment of stock Disposal Repair agent management Warranty Management Min/max stock levels across multiple locations Work with operations to ensure stock availability Skills required for the job Use data analytics - Uses complex data analysis to show underlying principles, process or system improvements. Self starter - You respond quickly to challenges, working independently using your initiative and seeking guidance only when necessary. Give specialist advice Offers expert advice on subject expertise building rapport with stakeholders as a trusted advisor. Be creative - Broadens skills and knowledge base, learns and explores new ideas and influences others towards new ways of thinking. Team player - You navigate relationships openly and honestly. You share knowledge and information to directly benefit or support others. Experience you would be expected to have Stakeholders Management - MANDATORY Telecoms experience - MANDATORY Warehouse management - PREFERRED Demand planning - PREFERRED Supply chain management experience - PREFERRED Experience of managing third parties for delivery - PREFERRED
For one of our clients, Flint are looking for an Environment Manager for a contracting opportunity. What I'll be doing - your accountabilities Support the Environment Managers in determining which mobile systems need testing and mitigate risks of not doing so where necessary. Responsible for producing the environment delivery plan to establish the key activities, resources, dependencies, risks and time scales necessary to deliver the environment. Assist in the build of new mobile test environments. Responsible for assessing and scheduling environment bookings and prioritise and resolve scheduling and resource conflicts as required. Help establish and maintain desired test environment specifications throughout the testing life cycle Assist in resolution of any issues arising from test environment delivery to customer's satisfaction Maintain the environment throughout the test delivery life cycle by management and application of the appropriate change control processes. Work with Users and Environment Manager Specialists to find an agreed way forward when/if a project overruns its environment booking (either due to live bug fixes or project delay) and requests an extension to the booking which conflicts with other projects booked on to the environment. Make recommendations/decisions on the continuous improvement of environment practices and drive strategic and tactical decisions on products and services. Skills required for the job Understand the principles of project management Be able to plan and prioritise your workload in a fast-paced business Have a relevant degree or equivalent technical/engineering qualification Communicate and report all environment delivery related issues and resolution activities to the users. Work collaboratively with peers in other technology teams to ensure seamless delivery of cross-functional environment delivery. Support the maintenance of relationships with third parties responsible for connecting external test environments to the test network. Where appropriate work with external suppliers and parents to communicate test facility requirements to enable timely environment delivery. Experience you would be expected to have Previous experience of working in telecom networks and have knowledge on how mobile networks work. Degree or equivalent technical/engineering qualification. Capable of working under pressure and resolving resultant customer conflicts in a rapidly changing business. You've made decisions in ambiguous situations using incomplete information or differing opinions (eg divided team loyalties or unclear deliverables) You've aligned project plans and objectives with our 'strategy and values You've actively participated in strategy setting sessions You've moved outside of expected process or practice to suit the needs of a customer, colleague or client You've worked with people from other business locations or functions.
10/09/2021
Contractor
For one of our clients, Flint are looking for an Environment Manager for a contracting opportunity. What I'll be doing - your accountabilities Support the Environment Managers in determining which mobile systems need testing and mitigate risks of not doing so where necessary. Responsible for producing the environment delivery plan to establish the key activities, resources, dependencies, risks and time scales necessary to deliver the environment. Assist in the build of new mobile test environments. Responsible for assessing and scheduling environment bookings and prioritise and resolve scheduling and resource conflicts as required. Help establish and maintain desired test environment specifications throughout the testing life cycle Assist in resolution of any issues arising from test environment delivery to customer's satisfaction Maintain the environment throughout the test delivery life cycle by management and application of the appropriate change control processes. Work with Users and Environment Manager Specialists to find an agreed way forward when/if a project overruns its environment booking (either due to live bug fixes or project delay) and requests an extension to the booking which conflicts with other projects booked on to the environment. Make recommendations/decisions on the continuous improvement of environment practices and drive strategic and tactical decisions on products and services. Skills required for the job Understand the principles of project management Be able to plan and prioritise your workload in a fast-paced business Have a relevant degree or equivalent technical/engineering qualification Communicate and report all environment delivery related issues and resolution activities to the users. Work collaboratively with peers in other technology teams to ensure seamless delivery of cross-functional environment delivery. Support the maintenance of relationships with third parties responsible for connecting external test environments to the test network. Where appropriate work with external suppliers and parents to communicate test facility requirements to enable timely environment delivery. Experience you would be expected to have Previous experience of working in telecom networks and have knowledge on how mobile networks work. Degree or equivalent technical/engineering qualification. Capable of working under pressure and resolving resultant customer conflicts in a rapidly changing business. You've made decisions in ambiguous situations using incomplete information or differing opinions (eg divided team loyalties or unclear deliverables) You've aligned project plans and objectives with our 'strategy and values You've actively participated in strategy setting sessions You've moved outside of expected process or practice to suit the needs of a customer, colleague or client You've worked with people from other business locations or functions.
For one of our clients, Flint are looking for two RAN Support Engineers. What you'll be doing Accountable for the completion of build, support or investigation of problems using department instructions, tools and process as a guide. Maintaining SLA's where practical and in the event that an SLA is not met, working to achieve the earliest resolution. Responsible for the technical task assignment into the RAN team comprising both permanent and flexible resources, to ensure test environment build and delivery. Identify technical solutions which will avoid repeated raising of work packages for similar problems, plan their potential implementation assess their impact and make the agreed changes. Act as a technical expert to a specific technology area, understanding how it impacts on other areas within the Test Facility and ensure that the knowledge accrued is documented, guiding and training other staff in their area of expertise. Develop additional areas of knowledge and expertise to widen the overall Test Facility understanding and how all technical components work together, being recognised as a technical expert in multiple areas. Define the proactive work required in order to maintain the test estate in order that it is usable by the wider integration, test and development communities driving improvements in the team's working and technical methods. Work using local processes as a guide and implement changes in order to improve the process. Represent the team as an owner of the process. Responsible to abide by and maintain company Health and Safety policy. Key Challenges: Provision of a robust environment in a timely manner. Improving the Test Facility by strategic planning and implementation. Driving efficiency in the working practices of the entire team. Influencing Management to improve the facility Working with multiple technologies and resolving complex issues over them We'll also need to see these on your CV Expert level relevant industry knowledge of RAN (4G, 5G) Expert knowledge of Ericson or Nokia RAN Hardware Good breadth of knowledge of other technical areas of work; eg Core, IP or VASI, Network Support, Facility Services. Able to fully describe the key elements of a mobile network and understand how the components function and interact. Understand the detail of how a call is made and received over the network and the systems it touches en route. Very good knowledge of the Testing and Project Life-cycles. Significant experience of Operation & Maintenance and use of monitoring/call trace systems for troubleshooting. (Such as TEMs, Xcal) An ability to understand and assimilate technical jargon. Able to interpret and implement complex architecture designs within test and proof of concept networks. Technical experience implementing connectivity between RAN and CN systems, for rapid re-parenting. Technical experience with Internet routing and architecture to support IP Transport connectivity on Cisco, Huawei, & Juniper networks. An in-depth knowledge is required in the operation of the RAN systems (eNodeB, gNB) and associated OSS systems, and an overall general knowledge of IT & Networks. Ability to influence network designs.
10/09/2021
Contractor
For one of our clients, Flint are looking for two RAN Support Engineers. What you'll be doing Accountable for the completion of build, support or investigation of problems using department instructions, tools and process as a guide. Maintaining SLA's where practical and in the event that an SLA is not met, working to achieve the earliest resolution. Responsible for the technical task assignment into the RAN team comprising both permanent and flexible resources, to ensure test environment build and delivery. Identify technical solutions which will avoid repeated raising of work packages for similar problems, plan their potential implementation assess their impact and make the agreed changes. Act as a technical expert to a specific technology area, understanding how it impacts on other areas within the Test Facility and ensure that the knowledge accrued is documented, guiding and training other staff in their area of expertise. Develop additional areas of knowledge and expertise to widen the overall Test Facility understanding and how all technical components work together, being recognised as a technical expert in multiple areas. Define the proactive work required in order to maintain the test estate in order that it is usable by the wider integration, test and development communities driving improvements in the team's working and technical methods. Work using local processes as a guide and implement changes in order to improve the process. Represent the team as an owner of the process. Responsible to abide by and maintain company Health and Safety policy. Key Challenges: Provision of a robust environment in a timely manner. Improving the Test Facility by strategic planning and implementation. Driving efficiency in the working practices of the entire team. Influencing Management to improve the facility Working with multiple technologies and resolving complex issues over them We'll also need to see these on your CV Expert level relevant industry knowledge of RAN (4G, 5G) Expert knowledge of Ericson or Nokia RAN Hardware Good breadth of knowledge of other technical areas of work; eg Core, IP or VASI, Network Support, Facility Services. Able to fully describe the key elements of a mobile network and understand how the components function and interact. Understand the detail of how a call is made and received over the network and the systems it touches en route. Very good knowledge of the Testing and Project Life-cycles. Significant experience of Operation & Maintenance and use of monitoring/call trace systems for troubleshooting. (Such as TEMs, Xcal) An ability to understand and assimilate technical jargon. Able to interpret and implement complex architecture designs within test and proof of concept networks. Technical experience implementing connectivity between RAN and CN systems, for rapid re-parenting. Technical experience with Internet routing and architecture to support IP Transport connectivity on Cisco, Huawei, & Juniper networks. An in-depth knowledge is required in the operation of the RAN systems (eNodeB, gNB) and associated OSS systems, and an overall general knowledge of IT & Networks. Ability to influence network designs.
