OSS Software Architect

OSS Software Architect

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Define and document the technical architecture and design blueprints for OSS platforms, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technology roadmaps.
• Develop and enforce design principles and best practices to promote modularity, scalability, and maintainability across the OSS ecosystem.
• Formulate integration strategies to enable smooth interoperability between OSS platforms and other network systems, applications, and external interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including network engineers, developers, and business stakeholders to translate operational requirements into technical solutions.
• Drive the adoption of modern technologies and architectural patterns to support digital transformation and automation initiatives within the OSS domain.
• Conduct technical assessments, evaluate new tools and technologies, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement of OSS capabilities.
• Ensure that security, compliance, and data privacy considerations are embedded throughout the architecture and design processes.
• Mentor and guide development teams, fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence.
• Participate in the planning and execution of large-scale OSS transformations and digitalization projects.
• Contribute to the development of automation frameworks, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines to streamline OSS deployment and maintenance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ Years of extensive experience in software architecture, particularly in telecom OSS or related domains.
• Strong understanding of network management, service assurance, fulfilment, inventory, and orchestration concepts.
• Proficiency with cloud technologies, virtualization, and hybrid network environments.
• Hands-on experience with integration standards and protocols such as REST, SOAP, TM Forum APIs, etc.
• Hands on experience with Technologies: Java, Python, Microservices, Kubernetes, Kafka, REST/gRPC APIs.
• Experience with Frameworks/Platforms: TM Forum Open APIs, ONAP, NetAct, Netcool or Similar OSS Products.
• Experience with Databases: Relational and NoSQL systems (PostgreSQL, MongoDB etc).
• Familiarity with Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps Practices (CI/CD pipelines).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.