OSS Software Architect

Location: Bangalore

Workplace Type: Onsite

About the Role

The OSS Software Architect plays a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction and overall system design for the Operations Support System (OSS). This individual is tasked with establishing a 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. This role requires a deep understanding of telecommunications operations, software architecture best practices, and the ability to lead technical initiatives in a energetic environment.

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.

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