Job Vacancies at Ericsson Nigeria

Lagos, Nigeria Posted 4 years ago Posted on Customer Service, Information Technology / ICT, Sales / Business Development, Software / Programming / Web development

Ericsson is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Solution Architect
2.) Solution Architect (Sales)
3.) Customer Project Manager
4.) Solution Architect (Tuning Lead)
5.) OSS Solution Architect
6.) Account Manager

Ericsson is a world-leading provider of telecommunications equipment & services to mobile & fixed network operators. Over 1,000 networks in more than 180 countries use Ericsson equipment, & more than 40 percent of the world's mobile traffic passes through Ericsson networks. Using innovation to empower people, business & society, we are working towards the Networked Society, in which everything that can benefit from a connection will have one. At Ericsson, we apply our innovation to market-based solutions that empower people & society to help shape a more sustainable world.

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Solution Architect

Req ID: 493302
Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Job Description

We are now looking for a Solution Architect, who will be responsible for analyzing, designing and developing commercially viable end-to-end technical solutions for the customers.
In this role, you will also be accountable for providing profitable business for Ericsson by translating customer needs, and technology opportunities into detailed technical offering, solutions and proposals.

You Will

Scope, define and design solution offerings; driving end-to-end technical solutions
Analyze customer technology, define business requirements and participate in risk analysis
Work with core team on list of potential activities and solutions
Develop technical presentations and proposals, and perform customer presentations
Support deployment of solution
Provide feedback to R&D
Participate in knowledge transfer, documentation and information sharing
Stay abreast of on new technology / technical areas and share information about solution to enable customer competence build

Job Requirements
To be successful in the role you must have:

Education: BSc in Engineering or Computer Science
Minimum years of experience: 5
Domain: area of expertise - Packet core, User data management & Cloud.
Experience from technical job roles is required, Experience from work as an Integration Engineer & Solution Architect
A Solution Architect candidate is assessed according to the following tracks: Domain, E2E, Network Optimization / Network Design, Fiber Network Design and Site Energy Design.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online

2.) Solution Architect (Sales)

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Our Exciting Opportunity

We are looking for a Solution Architect (Sales) to support the KAM organization with solution expertise on different levels in pre-sales activities and position Ericsson as a thought and technology leader.

You Will

You will position Ericsson as technology leader, precisely in our offerings
Provide sales support expertise (conduct in-depth technical discussions with customer whenever required)
Provide sales support for specific deals, propose solutions covering business requirements and present to Market Area and Customer
Contribute to knowledge sharing, ensure the customer vision & strategy including implications on Ericsson’s technology and solutions is communicated to the ones in need at Business Units, Group Function and Ericsson Research

To be successful in the role you must have:

Minimum of a graduate degree in (IT or Telecom) or equivalent
Substantial in-field experience from solution sales
Domain experience: We are looking for experts in Radio domain as well as in Transport domain. You do not need to have expertise in both.
Thorough knowledge of the assigned area
Experience from working in the field with customers
Business Understanding

Additional Requirements:

You'll be working for all MMEA, in your assigned expertise area, within a group of Sales-Support team members.
You'll be expected to support the Sales team, preparing the solution strategy & solutions of the assigned opportunities, in accordance with the MMEA Sales-Support Processes.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

3.) Customer Project Manager

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Our Exciting Opportunity

We are now looking for a Customer Project Manager, to lead assigned customer projects securing that project goals are met, customer’s expectations are fulfilled and that the customer relation is handled in the best possible way within the scope of the contract.

You will

You will establish the project plan baseline: define project scope, secure the necessary resources and plans and monitor all activities
Drive project execution: track project activities, monitor and handle changes, conflicts and critical issues
Handle customer and partner engagement: manage customer relationship building confidence and trust, ensure project progress arranging meetings and customer events
Handle project finance: ensure financial system monitoring
Develop the business: participate to contract preparation and to pre-sales meeting
Develop the CPM field: simplify processes, methods and tools with creative ideas

To be successful in the role you must have

Education: Bachelor's in Engineering.
Min years of experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management.
Demonstrated ability: BSS with expertise in Billing, Charging & Mediation
Financial Acumen & Analysis Skills
Business Understanding
Consultative Selling Skills
Customer and Market Insight!
Negotiation, Persuading & influencing Skills
Project Management Skills!
Leading & supervising
Planning & organizing

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

4.) Solution Architect (Tuning Lead)

Req ID: 487562
Location: Lagos, LA, NG

Our Exciting Opportunity

We are now looking for a Solution Architect, who will be responsible for analyzing, designing and developing commercially viable end-to-end technical solutions for the customers.
In this role, you will also be accountable for providing profitable business for Ericsson by translating customer needs, and technology opportunities into detailed technical offering, solutions, and proposals.

You Will:

Inspire changes in the methods, processes, and guidelines within the customer organization or internally
Provide technical support in customer discussion, presentation, and workshop
2G, 3G and LTE parameters consistency checks, tuning and optimization to improve throughput, Accessibility, Retainability, Mobility etc.
Handling customer complaints and provide solution with proper explanation report.
Whole Network parameter audit and to provide recommendation to sort-out inconsistencies
Necessary feature implementation and recommend parameters settings to better data services
Participation in development of service portfolio
Engagement with top level management ( Example, CTO COO, CTIO etc.. ) at customer end to present project updates, strategic direction, risks, and recommendations for Network improvement programs
Act as a leader and mentor in day to day operations to provide insights for less experienced colleagues
Engagement with sales and accounts teams to Drive add-on sales and new business opportunities during the entire process to contribute to increased sales volumes
Engagement with Managed Services teams to plan and coordinate.

Requirements
To be successful in the role you must have:

A minimum of 10 years work experience in RF Design, Initial Tuning & Optimization
7 years proven expertise on Tuning for in mature Network
Knowledge and experience with data collection tools, e.g. TEMs Investigation 13.0
Statistical and Performance Analysis (Business Object, ENIQ, M2000, NETACT, FACTS, ITK)
Command Handling, Traffic Observation, and Alarms Management (WINFIOL, CME, MOSHELL, M2000)
Network Planning and Performance analysis (MAPINFO, MCOM, NEXPLORER)
Good Knowledge on the ERICSSON RAN Portfolio
Leadership and communication skills
Ability to interact with customer and identify area of improvement
Result oriented with focus on product quality and customer satisfaction
End-user / customer problem investigation and give quick remedies and solutions
RF Related Small Tools and Macros (Exert, Google Earth, PIANO, MAPSOURCE etc.)
Self-motivated. Ability to work under pressure and learn independently.
Good presentation, time management and leadership skills & ability to work with diverse backgrounds
Result oriented with focus on customer satisfaction and project delivery
Fluent English, both written and spoken

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

5.) OSS Solution Architect

Req ID: 505404
Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Job Descriptions

We are now looking for a Solution Architect, who will be responsible for analyzing, designing and developing commercially viable end-to-end technical solutions for the customers.
In this role, you will also be accountable for providing profitable business for Ericsson by translating customer needs, and technology opportunities into detailed technical offering, solutions and proposals.

You will:

Analyze customer technology, define business requirements and participate in risk analysis
Work with core team on list of potential activities and solutions
Develop technical presentations and proposals, and perform customer presentations
Support deployment of solution
Provide feedback to R&D
Participate in knowledge transfer, documentation and information sharing
Stay abreast of on new technology / technical areas and share information about solution to enable customer competence build

Requirements
To be successful in the role you must have:

Education: Academic degree, minimum on bachelor level, in Engineering (IT, Telecom)
3-5 years’ experience of deploy system test and lead testing team.
Minimum years of experience: 7 - 10 years SI experience
Domain: Network & Service Management; ENM, ENIQ-S, SON-OM, NELS, CENX, Dynamic Orchestration, Adaptive Inventory & Expert Analytics
Crafting & innovating
Applying expertise & technology
Analytical learning and researching skills
Delivering results & meeting customer expectations
You will need excellent planning and organizing skills
Additional Requirements
Python Scripting Skills

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

6.) Account Manager

Req ID: 497412
Location: Lagos

Job Descriptions

We are now looking for an Account Manager to secure short and long-term profitable business for Ericsson through proactive business development based on fundamental understanding of the customers’ business, operations, and objectives.
Actively manage and mobilize internal resources to deliver efficient and effective end to end solutions allowing seamless transition from sales to operations.
Develop both internal and external relation / s in order to actively contribute to making customers and Ericsson successful.
This job role could be focused on selling a Full Ericsson portfolio, a complete customer’s business / technology area and / or geography.

You Will:

Your responsibility will be to maximize customer relationships and loyalty.
You are expected to create sales opportunities that will generate profitability sales.
The role also includes optimization of the account team’s performance and to enable a seamless transition to operations

Job Requirements
To be successful in the role you are:

Minimum of Bachelor's in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related discipline required, Master’s degree will be an advantage
10 years of total experience required in Telecom / ICT Industry with minimum 4 - 6 years of experience of Relationship sales & Account Management
Domain experience should be in Networks and Managed Services
Prior experience in customer-facing role from the telecom industry
You will need to have customer and market insight as well as negotiation skills
You should have comfort managing VP relationships and the ability to influence cross-functional teams to solve business challenges
Consultative selling skills and commercial understanding
You will need to have customer and market insight as well as negotiation skills

You Should Also Have:

Exceptional communications skills
Demonstrated success with selling to C-level management teams
Demonstrated experience managing a large customer
Innovative and creative
Social ability and interpersonal skills
Intellectual ability and critical thinking
Accountable and committed with a passion to win
Perseverant and result oriented

What's in it for you?

Here at Ericsson, our culture is built on over a century of fearless decisions. With us, you will no longer be dreaming of what the future holds – you will be redefining it. You won’t develop for the status quo, but will build what replaces it.
Joining us is a way to move your career in any direction you want; with hundreds of career opportunities in locations all over the world, in a place where co-creation and collaboration are embedded into the walls.
You will find yourself in a speak-up environment where empathy and humanness serve as cornerstones for how we work, and where work-life balance is a priority. Welcome to an inclusive, global company where your chance to define an impact is endless.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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