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Program Manager – Core Network (IMS / 5G Core / SDL)


Company : NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company


Location : toronto, Ontario


Created : 2025-12-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Our client is seeking a Program Manager to lead end-to-end Core Network deployment programs, managing a portfolio of interrelated projects across IMS, 5G Core, and/or SDL domains. This role is focused on program ownership, customer engagement, delivery governance, and cross-functional coordination, rather than hands-on technical execution or product-focused TPM responsibilities.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn and manage large, complex Core Network programs consisting of multiple concurrent projects.Drive program-level planning, execution, and governance across IMS, 5G Core, and/or SDL initiatives.Serve as the primary customer-facing lead, responsible for communication, expectations, escalations, and relationship management.Coordinate delivery across engineering, operations, vendors, and customer teams.Manage risks, dependencies, timelines, and deliverables at the program level, ensuring successful end-to-end outcomes.Provide executive-level status reporting and program health visibility.Required QualificationsProven experience as a Program Manager (not TPM) managing telecom Core Network deployments.Strong domain expertise in Core Network technologies, specifically:IMS, 5G Core, and/or SDLDemonstrated success managing multi-workstream programs with external customers.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in customer-facing environments.Experience working with large telecom vendors, system integrators, or Tier-1 carriers.Preferred QualificationsExperience delivering Core Network programs in Tier-1 carrier environments.Canada-based candidates preferred.Background working across geographically distributed teamsWe are Connectors. We thrive on quality over quantity and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!We are Collaborators. Youll be working with a wholly owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services dont stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.We give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!