About the Role
MTN Nigeria is part of MTN Group, Africa's leading cellular telecommunications company, dedicated to connecting communities and driving digital transformation across the nation. We are currently looking for a strategic and visionary Manager - FTTH Core Network Planning to spearhead the design, architecture, and evolution of our Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) and fixed core network infrastructure.Key ResponsibilitiesAs the Manager for FTTH Core Network Planning, you will lead a high-performing engineering team to deliver cost-effective, scalable, and future-proof network architectures. Your core duties include:
- Directing the end-to-end design, planning, and optimization of MTNN's FTTH Core (Data & Voice) Network topology.
- Implementing Virtualization, SDN, and Cloud technologies to modernize legacy core networks.
- Translating business plans and subscriber growth forecasts into robust network capacity and dimensioning requirements.
- Managing network budgets, vendor interactions, and cross-functional stakeholder alignments to ensure timely project delivery.
- Providing expert technical leadership in deploying BRAS/BNG, IMS, AAA nodes, and advanced PON technologies (GPON, XGS-PON, etc.).
- Mentoring engineers, reviewing technical reports, and driving root-cause analysis for complex network faults.
To qualify for this critical leadership role, candidates must possess:
- First Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 6 to 13 years of total experience, with a minimum of 4 years dedicated to telecommunications FTTH core network planning and design.
- Hands-on expertise with BRAS/BNG, AAA, DNS, CDN, and various PON platforms.
- Strong understanding of Cloud infrastructure, TCP/IP routing and switching, and IMS network planning.
- Excellent analytical skills with a proven ability to model traffic trends and forecast capacity expansion.
MTN Nigeria offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive medical benefits, opportunities for professional career development, and a dynamic work environment at the forefront of Africa's telecommunications revolution.