What is an IMS Core Engineer?

What are responsibilities and job description of a IMS Core Engineer?

The primary responsibilities and job description of an IMS Core Engineer may include the following:

• Design and implementation of IMS network: The IMS Core Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing the IMS network, ensuring that it meets the required specifications and standards.
• Integration with other network components: The IMS Core Engineer must ensure that the IMS network is integrated with other network components such as the IP network and the radio access network.
• Deployment and configuration of IMS components: The IMS Core Engineer is responsible for deploying and configuring the various IMS components, such as Call Session Control Functions (CSCF), Media Gateway Control Functions (MGCF), and Home Subscriber Servers (HSS).
• Maintenance and troubleshooting: The IMS Core Engineer is responsible for maintaining the IMS network, ensuring that it operates efficiently and effectively. They also need to be able to diagnose and resolve any network issues that arise.
• Technical documentation: The IMS Core Engineer is responsible for creating and maintaining technical documentation, including network diagrams, configuration files, and test results.
• Collaboration with other teams: The IMS Core Engineer must work closely with other teams, such as the radio access network team, to ensure that the IMS network is integrated with other network components.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices: The IMS Core Engineer should have a strong understanding of industry standards and best practices for IMS network deployment and maintenance.
• Training and mentoring: The IMS Core Engineer may also be responsible for training and mentoring junior engineers on IMS network deployment and maintenance

What skills, qualifications and experience IMS Core Engineer need?

An IMS Core Engineer typically needs the following skills, qualifications, and experience:

Technical skills

• Strong understanding of networking protocols such as SIP, IP, and LTE.
• Knowledge of voice and multimedia communication services.
• Experience with deploying and maintaining IMS networks.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve network issues.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's or master's degree in telecommunications, computer science, or a related field.
• Professional certifications, such as CCNP or CCIE, are desirable.

Experience

• Several years of experience working in the telecommunications industry, with a focus on IMS network deployment and maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with IMS network components such as Call Session Control Functions (CSCF), Media Gateway Control Functions (MGCF), and Home Subscriber Servers (HSS).

Adaptability

• An IMS Core Engineer should be adaptable and able to learn new technologies and network components quickly.
• They should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and be willing to take on new challenges.