DevOps Test Engineer - 5G SA Core - Major Mobile Network Provider

Join the Future of Mobile Technology - Lead 5G Core Testing Innovation

Location: UK, Berkshire or Netherlands, Rotterdam (Hybrid Home Working Available)

Contract Type: Full-time Contract Position

Industry: Telecommunications | 5G Standalone Networks

is recruiting for a contract - 5G SA Core, DevOps Test Engineer with a large Global Enterprise and Mobile Network Service Provider environment. If you've got experience with DevOps Engineering, Testing, 5G SA, 5G Standalone, One Mobile Core, OMC, EPC, 5GC, 3GPP, Ericsson PCC, PCG, Test Automation, Landslide Testing, Mobile Core Networks, Telecom etc. I'm keen to hear from you.
Shape the new 5G SA revolution!

Join a large mobile network operator in their groundbreaking One Mobile Core (OMC) Program. You'll work on enterprise-level 5G Core implementations and cutting-edge 5G Standalone networks, serving over 7 million customers daily across 5,000+ base stations. If you're passionate about cutting-edge telecommunications infrastructure and technology, this is a crucial role in testing and optimizing next generation 5G Core networks. You'll be part of the team delivering:

* Higher network speeds for enhanced user experience
* Ultra-low latency for Real Time applications
* Superior quality connections and reliability
* Enhanced security protocols for customer protection

Your Mission: 5G SA Data Core Testing Excellence

* Design and execute comprehensive test cases based on Test Object Lists for the new 5G SA data core infrastructure

* Perform end-to-end testing using advanced shielded boxes, devices, and Landslide platforms

* Implement automated testing solutions with dedicated test-automation tooling

* Conduct exploratory testing to determine optimal 5G SA configurations

* Troubleshoot complex issues in direct collaboration with Ericsson vendor support

* Document and report detailed findings to the customer test manager

* Work within a dedicated test team led by experienced customer test managers

* Direct partnership with Ericsson technical specialists and vendor support

* Cross-functional collaboration with Mobile Access and Core engineering teams

* Provide detailed progress reporting to stakeholders and test managers

* Drive quality assurance initiatives to identify and eliminate system errors

What We Need (Essential Requirements)

* 5G Core & EPC Mastery: Deep knowledge of Mobile Core technologies, 5GC, and 3GPP architecture

* 5G SA Experience: Understanding of Standalone network architecture and data core systems

* Test Engineering Excellence: Proven experience with test methodologies, processes, and tracing equipment

* Ericsson Platform Expertise: Hands-on experience with Ericsson mobile core, especially PCC and PCG

* Quality Assurance Focus: Relentless commitment to identifying and resolving system issues

* Excellent communication for vendor collaboration and stakeholder reporting

* Problem-solving expertise with systematic troubleshooting approach

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