Network Architect
Required skills for this role
Online (Telecom)OSS/BSSNetcracker5G Core3GISFiberConnectivityOracleAWSAzureGCPDockerKubernetesServiceNowKafkaAPIMicroservices
About this role
We are seeking an experienced Network SME / OSS Principal Consultant with expertise in Telecom Network Architecture, OSS Platforms, and Network Transformation. The role involves leading OSS consulting engagements, driving modernization initiatives, defining target-state architecture, and providing domain leadership across Network Inventory, Service Fulfillment, Service Assurance, and Network Automation. We are looking for professionals with 10–15+ years of Telecom and OSS experience and a strong track record in telecom transformation programs.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Responsibilities
- Lead OSS Consulting Engagements and Telecom Transformation Initiatives.
- Serve as the primary Network and OSS Subject Matter Expert (SME) for client programs.
- Define Target-State Architecture, Operating Models, and OSS Roadmaps.
- Provide domain leadership across Network Inventory, Service Fulfillment, Service Assurance, and Network Automation Solutions.
- Drive OSS Modernization, Cloud Transformation, and Process Optimization Initiatives.
- Conduct Business and Technical Workshops with client stakeholders.
- Lead Requirements Discovery, Solution Assessments, Gap Analysis, and recommendations.
- Support RFPs, Proposals, Solution Estimations, and Pre-Sales Activities.
- Guide delivery teams on Telecom Business Processes, Network Technologies, and OSS Best Practices.
- Mentor Architects, Consultants, and Engineering Teams.
Technical Requirements
- Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of Telecom Network Architecture and Operations.
- Deep understanding of:
- Fiber Networks (FTTx)
- Transport / TDM Networks
- IP/MPLS Networks
- Ethernet Services
- Wireless Networks (4G/5G)
- Network Topology & Connectivity
- Network Planning & Capacity Management
- OSS Platforms
- Hands-on experience in one or more of the following:
- Netcracker OSS Suite
- IBM Netcool
- Amdocs OSS
- Oracle Communications
- Cramer
- ServiceNow Telecom Solutions
- ESRI GIS Platforms
- Service Order Management Platforms
Additional
- Preferred Skills
- Experience with GIS Platforms such as ArcGIS, Smallworld, or Utility Network.
- Exposure to Cloud Platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.
- Experience in Network Automation and Orchestration Platforms.
- Knowledge of AIOps and Intelligent Assurance Solutions.
- Understanding of Kafka, Microservices, and API-Led Architectures.
- Exposure to OpenShift, Kubernetes, and Docker.
- Knowledge of AI/ML Use Cases in Telecom Operations.
- Experience in Network Inventory Consolidation and OSS Transformation Programs.
- Certifications such as TOGAF, TM Forum, PMP, SAFe, or Cloud Certifications.