AD, IP Transport Core and Access Engineering

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Associate Director (or equivalent) to lead our IP Transport Core Transmission and Access Engineering team. Reporting to the Sr Director, IP Transmission Engineering, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design, performance, and planning of the IP Transport Core & Access network. This role involves defining network architecture, managing the lifecycle of software and hardware, and ensuring that solutions are effective, resilient, and conform to architectural guidelines.

The day to day

• Lead a team of multidisciplinary technical leads, specialists, and engineers.
• Define network architecture, design, configuration, and lifecycle management.
• Ensure solutions developed for or by other business units are effective and resilient.
• Maintain the ongoing platform integrity and performance.
• Create and maintain the platform roadmap for the Common Packet Core, IP Access, and management network.
• Set the strategic direction for network growth, resiliency, architecture, design, and platform management.
• Drive a reduction in long-term unit cost while meeting CX KPIs.
• Onboard new devices in the network to ensure plans meet CX KPIs and investment is targeted.

Why you are our next Associate Director

• Proven experience in network architecture and design.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects and deliver results on time and within budget.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of the latest telecommunication technology and standards.

What’s in it for you?

• 3 days in the office, 2 days remote – with flexible hours to suit!
• Inclusive paid parental leave, up to 14 weeks for the primary care giver
• All Optus employees have access to resources, webinars and support via the ‘Parents at Work portal’
• Own your own growth by accessing an extensive online and facilitator led learning catalogue – even earn a MBA micro-credential via OptusU (University)
• Connect at work through one of our employee-led volunteer groups: Culture Connect, Elevate Women, Disability Network, Express Yourself (LGBTQIA+), United Veterans and Yarn Network
• Vibrant campus life, variety of facilities including restaurants, cafes, gymnasium, GP, and post office
• Free Optus bus from Macquarie University Metro Station (every 6-8 minutes); morning and afternoon!

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