Role:OLS Software Architect Experience:9 to 13years Location:Bangalore About the Role We are seeking a highly experienced OLS Software Architect to lead the architecture and design of a Leading OEM next-generation Optical Line System (OLS). This is a strategic role requiring deep expertise in optical technologies, embedded systems design, and Agile product delivery. The incumbent will work closely with software architects, designers, and Nokia stakeholders to translate high-level product requirements into detailed software architectures and specifications.

Key Responsibilities • Define and own the end-to-end software architecture for Leading OEM's OLS lineside platform.

- Translate high-level product requirements into detailed software requirements and system/software architecture documents.
- Collaborate closely with Nokia's product management, engineering, and test teams.
- Evaluate and select appropriate optical technologies, protocols, and standards for integration.
- Lead design reviews, architecture discussions, and technical governance activities.
- Mentor and guide lead engineers and developers across the program.
- Act as Product Owner (PO) in Agile Scrum teams, managing backlogs, sprint planning, and release commitments.
- Ensure alignment of software architecture with optical industry standards (ITU-T, OIF, IEEE).
- Drive continuous improvement in architecture quality, scalability, and performance.
- Provide technical oversight for integration of AI/ML capabilities into OLS management systems.

Technical





Requirements • Deep expertise in optical networking: DWDM, ROADM, Raman amplifiers, OTDR, DGE, optical amplifiers.

- Strong knowledge of optical standards (ITU-T G.698, G.709, OIF standards).
- Expert-level proficiency in C++ and object-oriented design patterns.
- Proven experience architecting embedded telecom/optical systems.
- Solid understanding of operating systems (Linux/RTOS) in embedded contexts.
- Experience with model-driven architecture and software-defined networking (SDN) concepts.
- Familiarity with AI/ML integration in network management and automation.
- Experience defining software requirements (SRS, SDS) and system-level design documents.
- Knowledge of network management protocols (NETCONF, YANG, SNMP, gRPC).

Professional

Skills & Competencies • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional and customer engagement.

- Ability to drive consensus among diverse technical and business stakeholders.
- Solid analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience working in Agile Scrum environments; PO certification/experience is highly desirable.
- Ability to manage ambiguity and drive clarity in complex technical programs. Preferred / Nice-to-Have • Product Owner (PO) certification or demonstrated PO experience in Scrum teams.
- Prior Nokia platform experience (FSS, 1830 PSS, or similar).
- Exposure to AI/ML-driven optical performance monitoring tools.
- • Experience with regulatory and safety standards applicable to optical network equipment.

📌 OLS Software Architect (9 to13 yrs) (Bengaluru)
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📍 Bengaluru