AVP, Engineering & Planning, Transmission Engineering

Location: Hong Kong

Role Responsibilities

• Lead a team for the functions of engineering design, planning and implementation for the company’s global transmission optical infrastructure and video/ethernet service networks.

• Participate in RFP process of technical requirements, evaluate and develop new technological advancement and vendors’ products for optimal cost efficiency solutions to enhance and sustain business competitiveness;

• Interface with Product and Pre-sales teams for capturing new business opportunities and requirements on transmission infrastructures and service developments; 

• Manage contractors to install, commission, test and implement network equipment, overseas POP build and service rollout;

• Support NOC for tier 2 trouble-shooting, ad-hoc subsea cable or backbone system restoration activities;

• Drive the team in Agile and SAFe framework transformation for improved efficiency and deliverables;

• Prepare and manage the CAPEX and OPEX budgets on transmission platforms, and ensure the quality supply chains and vendor relationships;

• Provide technical consultancy and support to other departments for advanced customer solutions and value-added service needs;

• Produce and update engineering, planning, operations and project documents.

Role Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electronics, Telecommunications, Information Technology, or related disciplines.

• 10+ year working experience with Data Centre / Telecom Operators / Vendors etc. is strongly preferred.

• Knowledge and working experience in Ethernet and Transmission network and services including DWDM, OTN, SDH, MPLS-TP, Ethernet Technologies and protocols.

• Knowledge and working experience in video transmission equipment platforms will be an advantage.

• Experience in managing vendors in solutions/prices negotiation and tendering process.

• Good team player with initiative and good communication skills.