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# Network Engineering Lead - Packet Core/Outside IR35, Hybrid/3 months

- **Company:** Boost Talent
- **Location:** UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £130,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** 4G (Telecommunication), LTE (Telecommunication), Cloud Engineering, Continuous Integration, Data as a Services, Network Address Translation, Domain Name System (DNS), GPRS Core Networks, Network Functions Virtualization, Internetwork Packet Exchange, Roaming, Kubernetes, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/pt/en/find-jobs-in-United-Kingdom/-1B873686579702701B/

## About the Role

* Strong expertise across EPC and 5G Core technologies, including MME, AMF, SGW, PGW, UPF, IPX/GRX, NAT, and DPI.
 * Excellent understanding of LTE and 5G SA networks, roaming, QoS, policy management, and traffic optimisation.
 * Experience with NFV, cloud-native network functions, Kubernetes, automation, and CI/CD.
 * Proven track record delivering large-scale Packet Core transformation programmes.
 * Strong stakeholder management, vendor engagement, and leadership capabilities.
 * Degree in Telecommunications, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

Ideal Candidate

An experienced Packet Core leader with a passion for network innovation, capable of shaping technical strategy, leading complex programmes, and delivering robust, future-ready data services.

## Description

Lead the design, evolution, and life cycle management of 4G and 5G Core network platforms, driving the transition to cloud-native architectures while ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performing data services., * Own the technical strategy and roadmap for Packet Core platforms including MME, AMF, GGSN, PGW, UPF, IPX/GRX, DNS, NAT, and Security Gateways.

 * Lead the design, integration, and deployment of new network capabilities and services.
 * Drive network transformation programmes, including virtualisation, automation, and 5G Core migration initiatives.
 * Ensure platforms deliver high levels of performance, resilience, security, and service availability.
 * Work closely with architecture, operations, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.
 * Monitor KPIs, support major incident resolution, and drive continuous improvement.


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