Senior Engineer, Telecom IP & Transmission Planning

Ooredoo Group

Plan, dimension, and engineer network backhaul and backbone using IP/MPLS, DWDM, SDH, and Microwave technologies.

Plan Backhaul networking for Ooredoo Kuwait RAN Networks including 5G elements, legacy BSS networks for RAN 2G/3G/LTE and, related Radio technologies, MW transmission, POS (Point Of Sale), B2B and customer Networks to facilitate Traffic Transporting, Monitoring, and any Business requirements.

Design and evolve the IP transport network to support Segment Routing over IPv6 (SRv6), enabling simplified, scalable, and programmable routing across the infrastructure.

Enable Network Slicing across the transport domain to support differentiated service requirements for eMBB, mMTC, and URLLC use cases.

Monitor and forecast capacity and performance across the transport layer; ensure timely upgrades and redundancy planning.

Lead IP addressing plans, Layer 2/3 integration for platforms (e.g., PS/CS Core, IT, Billing, VAS), and implementation of secure segmentation across different security zones.

Maintain and enhance Internet and public network architecture (BGP, RIPE, GRX/IPX).

Ensure alignment with international best practices and telecom-grade reliability (99.999% availability).Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of infrastructure projects, including survey, planning, work order issuance, vendor coordination, and implementation.

Prepare and evaluate RFPs; perform detailed vendor assessments and manage contractual compliance.

Document High-Level Designs (HLD), Low-Level Designs (LLD), Method of Procedures (MoP), and Acceptance documentsDrive continuous network performance assessment and improvement initiatives.

Ensure compliance with internal audits, governance, quality initiatives, and security standards.

Maintain accurate documentation, network diagrams, and engineering records.

Support CAPEX and OPEX planning; provide input into the 3-Year Business Plan and Annual Operating Plan.

Oversee procurement lifecycle from requirement definition to delivery follow-up.

Deliver cost-saving initiatives through optimal design and efficient vendor management.Interface with internal departments (Planning, Operations, Implementation, NOC) for coordinated project execution.

Provide specialized consultation and leadership in cross-functional technical discussions.

Support group-level initiatives and collaborations across OpCosMentor junior engineers, foster knowledge transfer, and promote technical excellence.

Remain current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.

Contribute to building a culture of continuous learning and innovation