Overview:
Seeking an expert in network operations transformation with 15+ years of experience in Tier 1 telecom or global service providers (e.g., Vodafone, Orange, AWS). Must have proven expertise in leveraging automation, AI/ML, and observability tools to drive operational efficiency and autonomy.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead strategy and execution for digital transformation across core, access, transport, and cloud domains.
Oversee process transformation and skill evolution for adopting digital tools and Agile practices.
Collaborate with Cisco and multivendor solutions to deploy automation platforms like Crosswork, Splunk, and AI/ML models.
Develop roadmaps for achieving autonomous networks with self-healing and closed-loop automation.
Engage with C-suite stakeholders to align transformation roadmaps with business objectives.
Ensure adherence to TM Forum standards for automation maturity.
Required Skills:
Expertise in SP frameworks (TMF, ITIL, SRE) and process transformation.
Hands-on experience with SP automation tools and multivendor environments.
Strong leadership in AI-driven network optimization and strategy development.
Knowledge of NFV, SDN, and cloud-native principles.
Certifications:
ITILv4, PRINCE2, AgilePM, and SRE Practitioner.
CCIE or equivalent (preferred).
This role demands a combination of technical expertise, strategic vision, and leadership to execute impactful digital transformations in telecom operations.
Who We Are We have been using our skills and experience to help mobile service providers and vendors design and build brilliant mobile data networks that delight their users since 1999. Today the Flint team combines decades of telecoms and networking experience, coupled with the business insight, project management skills and resourcing capabilities that make mobile data projects happen quickly and efficiently. Although our industry has changed dramatically since Flint was founded, we have kept the same core values: Specialist – we provide specialist people, projects and training Timely – we have the expertise and resources you need, when you need them Flexible – we build the right team for the project, every time Value for money – we deliver value by getting it right first time Cutting edge – we have a deep knowledge of current, new and emerging technologies Independent – we’re not tied to specific vendors or systems We do business in over 20 countries around the world, delivering our services to Tier 1 and Tier 2 mobile network operators and vendors through three specialized business divisions: Flint Projects – delivery of projects and solutions for mobile networks, from concept through to acceptance Flint Specialists – highly skilled professionals and teams that enable mobile projects and solutions worldwide Flint Academy – tailored technical training for service providers and vendors.