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Southern Company

Networking Manager

Birmingham, AL · On-site

This position blends IP networking and telecommunications engineering expertise to plan, procure, install, and maintain mission-critical systems supporting Southern Linc's 4G LTE packet core. The ...

Nokia

IP Consulting Engineer

Coppell, TX · On-site

Packet Core Solutions: 3G, 4G and 5G; Fixed-Wireless Access (FWA) and Fixed and Mobile Convergence (FMC). * Ethernet switching and L2 technologies: Standard loop avoidance mechanism and EVPN; and ...

Nokia

IP Consulting Engineer

Coppell, TX

Packet Core Solutions: 3G, 4G and 5G; Fixed-Wireless Access (FWA) and Fixed and Mobile Convergence (FMC). * Ethernet switching and L2 technologies: Standard loop avoidance mechanism and EVPN; and ...

Southern Company

Networking Manager

Birmingham, AL · Hybrid

This position blends IP networking and telecommunications engineering expertise to plan, procure, install, and maintain mission-critical systems supporting Southern Linc's 4G LTE packet core. The ...

Southern Company

Networking Manager

Birmingham, AL · Hybrid

This position blends IP networking and telecommunications engineering expertise to plan, procure, install, and maintain mission-critical systems supporting Southern Linc's 4G LTE packet core. The ...

Judge Group, Inc.

Engineer-Equipment - III

Irving, TX · Hybrid

... Gen Packet Core (NGPC), Multi-Service Edge (MSE), PPR, BNG, Public IP, Private IP, and Network. DCE engineers and manages multiple simultaneous projects from project analysis and detail design ...

Prosum

Network Architect (Video Services)

El Segundo, CA

$69 - $92.50/hr

Understanding of latest trends and technologies including mobile and packet core preferred Leadership qualities, including meeting facilitation, time management, organizational skills and ability to ...

Canonical

Telco Cloud Field Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

Mobile Packet Core (4G/5G), Private Network, Radio Access Network (RAN), Voice, IP Backbone, VAS or OSS/BSS * Working knowledge of Linux, Networking, OpenStack and Kubernetes * Python software ...

Optimum

Associate Engineer SRE IP Core

Plano, TX · On-site

$53.25 - $70.75/hr

You will effectively function as a Network Core Engineer, maintaining and expanding our high ... Investigate routing anomalies, packet loss, and latency issues using a blameless root-cause ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for packet core in the United States is $59.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.48 and $67.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Packet Core job?

A Packet Core job involves managing and maintaining the core network infrastructure responsible for routing and processing mobile data traffic in telecom networks. Engineers in this role work with technologies like 4G LTE, 5G Core, and network function virtualization (NFV) to ensure efficient data flow between users and applications. Responsibilities include configuring, troubleshooting, and optimizing network elements such as SGW, PGW, MME, AMF, and UPF. This role requires expertise in protocols like GTP, Diameter, and SCTP, as well as experience with cloud-based core network solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Packet Core position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Packet Core specialist, you need a strong grasp of mobile telecommunications concepts, IP networking, and experience with packet core architectures like 3G/4G/5G EPC or 5GC, often supported by a degree in telecommunications, computer science, or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as Cisco or Juniper routers, Wireshark for packet analysis, and vendor-specific solutions (e.g., Ericsson, Nokia, Huawei) is frequently required, alongside certifications like CCNA, CCNP, or vendor equivalents. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These qualifications ensure reliable network performance, swift resolution of technical issues, and effective collaboration with cross-functional engineering and operations teams.

What are some typical responsibilities for a Packet Core engineer day-to-day?

A Packet Core engineer typically manages, configures, and optimizes the mobile core network infrastructure that supports data, voice, and multimedia traffic. Daily tasks include monitoring network health, troubleshooting and resolving issues, implementing upgrades or patches, and participating in network expansion projects. They also collaborate closely with radio, transport, and software teams to maintain seamless network operations and support new service rollouts. This role often requires responding to incidents promptly and conducting root cause analysis to prevent recurrence. As technologies evolve rapidly, staying current with industry trends and best practices is also a key part of the job.
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Redolent, Inc.

Denver, CO • On-site

$70/hr

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Posted 10 days ago

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Need R2D2 # 12773085
Possible 3 Month CTH | No Fees | Do Not Re-Post | Confidential
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Role: Resident Engineer Testing Support
Work Location: Denver, CO
Rate: $70/hr AI
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Resident Engineer is required to support services to its Customer for the Contracted Network Element (CNE). The Services are required to support the customers' Operations and Engineering teams to maintain network performance at optimal level and troubleshoot CNE related issues.
Core Network element to be supported:
Client Packet Core products: CMM, CMG, SPS
Client Convergence products: CMG
Client Service-based Architecture products: NRD, CSD
Client Subscriber Data Mgmt products: OneNDS/SDL, Registers, AUSF, OneEIR
Client applications incl. Voice Core products: NEF, CA4MN, NTAS, NLS, SBC, CFX5000, Radisys MRF, Open MSS, NN Titan
These Services are being offered in the Resident Engineer model for the Contracted Network Elements (CNE) only. As such, Resident Engineers shall work as part of operations organization and support in its day-to-day work.
Coverage times for the covered Services are provided as below:
Services Location: On-site Denver, CO
Service component: On-Site Resident Engineers Coverage times - all Local: 8x5 M-F + On-Call Support (for Emergency/Critical outage scenarios involving the CNE scope)
Each of the below-described Service packages is a deliverable to be provided by the Supplier:
• Responding to Provisioning Support requests on Production Core
• Tracking device testing progress for the planning of provisioning activities.
• Assist with device provisioning and help with Production Core Network troubleshooting and reporting of issues found with provisioning systems
• Participate in the diagnosis and remediation of network issues that involve defined CNE
• Provide / advise with improvements to the provisioning process
• Assist O&M / Engineering staff to carry out tasks and activities related to day-to-day Provisioning Operations.
Key skills: 1. Knowledge and experience with the Design, Deployment, and Support of LTE/VOLTE/VoWiFi/5GC Networks and Call flow
2. Advanced troubleshooting skills on IP, Unix or Linux. Can independently use network analyzers and tools to troubleshoot network related issue;
3. Excellent knowledge in network technologies and protocols including TCP/IP, routing/switching, network security, Network Management, DNS, Radius, LDAP, MAP, Diameter Policy Control and Charging, Radius.
4. Experience in in customer support environment, communicating complex technical ideas in writing, in presentations, and in face-to-face meetings.
5. Knowledge and experience with C/C++, Unix Shell Script, Perl Script, java, Phyton
6. Knowledge of Kubernetes, Dockers, Ansible playbooks, Virtualization and Cloud experience
ERM - Anali Arriaza | Capgemini |North America
Tel.: +1 888-229-2961 Ext 13578
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Redolent, a dynamic and rapidly expanding company committed to excellence in software solutions, where success is fueled by a combination of technical expertise and efficient management practices. Our solutions create a measurable delta in our clients’ productivity and profitability, contributing to their growth and success.

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51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

San Jose, CA, US

Year founded

2008

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