Overview
Engineer, Mobile Core Engineering (Networks)
Date: 6 Oct 2025
Location:
Singapore, Singapore
Company:
Singtel Group
At Singtel, we believe in the strength of a vibrant, diverse and inclusive workforce where backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people help us innovate and create strong connections with our customers. We strive to ensure all our people practices are non-discriminatory and provide a fair, performance-based work culture that is diverse, inclusive and collaborative.
Join us and experience what it’s like to be with an Employer of Choice*. Together, let’s create a brighter digital future for all. *Awarded at the HR Fest Awards 2020.
Singtel Networks, the most established telecommunications infrastructure provider in Singapore is transforming to enable the digital generation of tomorrow. We are introducing new capabilities in 5G, Cloud, Analytics, Digital Commerce, Software Engineering, Cyber Security to enhance our core competencies and deliver innovative and differentiated Mobile and Fixed services (Broadband, TV and Telephony) for our customers. We are committed to celebrating inclusion and diversity and is a strong believer to upskill and nurture all individuals. Come join us today as we build Singtel’s Networks of tomorrow, and Empower Every Generation to live, work and play in new ways!
Make an Impact by:
- Develop and maintain packet core network architecture and capacity plans to support current and future mobile data traffic.
- Ensure scalability and performance of core elements including AMF, SMF, UPF, MME, SGW, PGW/EPG, and DNS.
- Lead and coordinate packet core expansion and upgrade projects from initiation to completion.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including RAN, transport, IT, and security.
- Prepare and manage capital expenditure forecasts and justifications for packet core investments.
- Track project budgets and ensure cost-effective deployment strategies.
- Ensure network design and operations comply with 3GPP standards and local regulatory requirements.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving standards in 3G/4G/5G core technologies.
- Integrate security principles into the design and deployment of core network systems.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to assess risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Analyze network KPIs and traffic trends to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
- Recommend and implement optimization strategies to enhance user experience and network efficiency.
Skills for Success:
- Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- 2+ years of experience in mobile core network planning or engineering.
- Strong understanding of 3GPP standards and protocols (e.g., GTP, SCTP, Diameter, HTTP/2).
- Hands-on experience with core network elements (e.g., MME, SGW, PGW, AMF, SMF, UPF, DNS).
- Proven experience in project management and CAPEX planning.
- Familiarity with security frameworks and best practices in telecom networks.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Rewards that Go Beyond
- Full suite of health and wellness benefits
- Ongoing training and development programs
- Internal mobility opportunities
Are you ready to say hello to BIG Possibilities?
Take the leap with Singtel to unlock new opportunities and accelerate your growth. Apply now and start your empowering career!
About Singtel
Headquartered in Singapore, Singtel has 140 years of operating experience and played a pivotal role in the country’s development as a major communications hub. Optus, our subsidiary in Australia, is a leader in integrated telecommunications, constantly raising the bar in innovative products and services.
We are also strategically invested in leading companies in Asia and Africa, including Bharti Airtel (India, South Asia and Africa), Telkomsel (Indonesia), Globe Telecom (the Philippines) and Advanced Info Service (Thailand). We work closely with our associates, leveraging our scale in networks, customer reach and extensive operational experience to lead and shape the communications industry.
Together, the Group serves over 700 million mobile customers around world. Singtel is one of the largest listed Singapore companies on the Singapore Exchange by market capitalisation.
The Group has a vast network of offices throughout Asia Pacific, Europe and the USA, and employs more than 23,000 staff worldwide.