BT Group

Job Req ID:47941

Posting Date:18/06/25

Function:ESN Networks

Location:Bristol

Why this job matters

The Emergency Services Network (ESN) is a huge strategic priority for BT and our commitment to do the best for our customer and our country. ESN will be one of the most advanced Emergency Services Networks in the world. and BT is proud to the official supplier providing mission critical and trusted communications for Britain’s Emergency Services. The ESN will replace the existing Airwave network and building upon on EE’s existing 4G network and to provide essential new voice, data services, and critical communications services to 300,000 members of frontline emergency service users.

Being able to provide consistent data that describes the capability of the Radio Access Network (RAN), is critically important to all our customers (BT, PlusNet, EE, and Emergency Service Network). This is a great development opportunity, building on your technical skills, that will include coding, to become an OSS design authority collaborating in the team that designs and delivers the radio vendor OSS, including layer 3 trace management and geolocation systems. As you develop working together you will create network automation, data and reporting solutions across vendors technologies that optimises the mobile network for a positive customer experience.

The successful candidate will be cleared to BPSS (or equivalent) as a minimum. You may even be required to undergo National Security Vetting (e.g. CTC, SC or NPPV).

What you’ll be doing

• You will working with the RAN OSS design authorities to develop design and automation capabilities for the RAN Element Managers and Trace Management tools that support the ESN contract
• Using your coding skills, and developing radio / network knowledge, to ensure the vendor OSS platform designs support the demands of the radio and transmission technologies
• Engaging with technical and non-technical business users using their requirements to propose solution strategy for predicting, planning and visualising RAN data

The skills you’ll need

Network Delivery

Technical Documentation

Network Design

Decision Making

Growth Mindset

What we would like to see on your CV

• Excellent at writing software code in Python and experience in Unix/Linux scripting skills (including BASH, PERL). Thorough, or ability to develop an, understanding of radio network infrastructure data, all data formats/protocols or northbound interfaces
• Awareness of Mobile Radio Network & OSS architectures and the design and operational processes to develop and run the network
• Experience in OSS design, particularly in Network Element Management platforms, including Nokia MantaRay NM, Ericsson ENM, Cisco EPNM OSS, Trace Management and Geolocation tools
• Knowledge of IP Networks, virtual machines and cloud based hosting solutions
• Knowledge of working with AWS, Azure or other cloud hosting technology would be desirable

Benefits

At BT, we entertain, educate, and empower millions of people every single day. We’re a brand built on connecting people – whether that’s friends, family, businesses, or communities. Working here, you’ll receive an attractive salary and a range of competitive benefits, but – more than that – you’ll be joining an ambitious organisation with a culture of togetherness, collaboration, and inclusivity, that takes a genuine and proactive interest in your progress and development.

• 10% on target annual bonus
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• X4 Salary Life Assurance
• Huge range of flexible benefits including Cycle to Work, Healthcare, Season Ticket Loan, Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• From January 2025, equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
• Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• 2 weeks paid carer’s leave
• World-class training and development opportunities
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV package
• Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop

Flexible Working

This role offers a 3 together, 2 wherever working model. This means you are required to be at your contractual location 3 days a week with 2 flexible days per week.

With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We’ve brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally.

We’re a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it’s not just the technology that matters, it’s what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.

We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive.

As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

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