Telecom Cloud Engineer

Full-time | US

We are seeking a skilled Telecom Cloud Engineer with strong experience in telecommunications, virtualized packet core, IMS, and cloud-native infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of mobile telecom network architecture and hands-on experience implementing, operating, troubleshooting, and optimizing telecom network functions in virtualized and cloud-native environments.

This role involves close collaboration with external vendors, cloud providers, and internal teams at OXIO. You will be responsible for end-to-end lifecycle activities, including design, implementation, operations, reliability, automation, documentation, and support.

Key Responsibilities

1. End-to-End Implementation

• Execute full lifecycle implementation of telecom network functions in cloud-native environments

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and cloud providers

• Manage design, deployment, acceptance, operations, documentation, and support activities

• Ensure smooth handover from deployment to operations with proper knowledge transfer

2. Mobile Telecom Network Architecture

• Work across full mobile network architecture and network elements (NEs)

• Support technologies across 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, and Fixed Wireless Access (FWA)

• Manage core network functions including:

  • Packet Core

  • IMS Core

  • Charging & Policy

  • Registration & Subscriber Repositories

• Apply deep knowledge of telecom protocols and architectures

• Implement and maintain FCAPS (Fault, Configuration, Accounting, Performance, Security) frameworks

3. Cloud-Native Deployment

• Deploy and operate telecom infrastructure in cloud-native environments

• Work with platforms including AWS, Azure, OpenShift, and VMware

• Configure and manage infrastructure templates (e.g., Heat, YAML)

• Ensure adherence to deployment standards and best practices

4. Process Improvement & Automation

• Continuously improve deployment and operational processes

• Partner with R&D and Engineering teams to automate workflows

• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, reliability, and scalability

• Support development of infrastructure-as-code and automation frameworks

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Telecommunications, Networking, or related field

• 15+ years of experience in network architecture, wireless networking, and virtualization

• Strong experience with cloud networking and infrastructure platforms (AWS, Azure, OpenShift, VMware)

• Excellent technical documentation and communication skills

• Strong troubleshooting, performance optimization, and production support experience

• Familiarity with AI fundamentals and their application in network operations is a plus

• Relevant technical certifications are an asset

Technical Skills

Telecom Technologies

2G, 3G, 4G, 5G SA/NSA, Private LTE/5G, FWA, Packet Core, IMS, VoLTE, VoWiFi, ePDG, TWAG, IoT, NB-IoT, Charging, Policy, Roaming, Observability

Protocols & Interfaces

GTP, Diameter, SIP, DNS, IPsec, GRE, Routing, QoS, packet capture, protocol trace analysis

Cloud & Infrastructure

AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, OpenShift, Kubernetes, OpenStack, VMware, KVM

Operations & Reliability

Advanced troubleshooting, production support, incident response, RCA, KPI analysis, alarm management, performance optimization, change management, runbooks, process automation, AIOps

Preferred Certifications

• AWS, Azure, or Kubernetes certifications

• Cisco certifications (CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent)

• Telecom vendor certifications

If you want, I can also:

• shorten this into a LinkedIn job post version (much tighter)

• tailor it for senior vs principal level

• or make it more “startup/modern cloud-native” toned instead of telecom-heavy language

Equal Opportunity

OXIO is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered. We believe that diversity in all its forms drives innovation and creativity, and we strive to create an environment that reflects and celebrates the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our employees. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. We committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants have an equal opportunity to apply for job openings. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected] for more information.