Job Description

Role:- OSS Software Architect
Location: Bangalore
Exp -10+ years

Operations Support System (OSS) Software Architect
The OSS Software Architect plays a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction and overall system design for the Operations Support System. This individual is tasked with establishing robust technical architecture, formulating design principles, and developing integration strategies that facilitate seamless and efficient network and service operations. The architect is expected to create scalable, modular, and high-performance OSS platforms that underpin critical functions such as Service Assurance, Fulfilment, Inventory, and Orchestration, catering to a broad spectrum of hybrid network environments including physical, virtual, and cloud infrastructures.
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.

Required Skills and 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, 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 APIs
• Frameworks/Platforms: TM Forum Open APIs, ONAP, NetAct, Netcool or Similar OSS Products
• Databases: Relational and NoSQL systems (PostgreSQL, MongoDB )
• 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.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience with large-scale OSS transformations and digitalisation projects.
• Knowledge of automation frameworks, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards relevant to OSS and telecommunications.

Skills Required