Job Summary

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.

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).
- Deep understanding of Transport / TDM Networks.




- Deep understanding of IP/MPLS Networks.
- Deep understanding of Ethernet Services.
- Deep understanding of Wireless Networks (4G/5G).
- Deep understanding of Network Topology Connectivity.
- Deep understanding of Network Planning Capacity Management.
- Deep understanding of OSS Platforms.
- Hands-on experience in Netcracker OSS Suite.
- Hands-on experience in IBM Netcool.
- Hands-on experience in Amdocs OSS.
- Hands-on experience in Oracle Communications.
- Hands-on experience in Cramer.
- Hands-on experience in ServiceNow Telecom Solutions.
- Hands-on experience in ESRI GIS Platforms.
- Hands-on experience in Service Order Management Platforms.

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, Secure, or Cloud Certifications.

Educational Requirement

Master of Computer Applications, Master of Computer Science, Master of Engineering, Master of Technology, Bachelor of Computer Applications, Bachelor of Computer Science, Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Technology

Service Line

- Engineering Services

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