Solution Architect

Job Description

We are looking for a highly experienced Solution Architect with deep expertise in the Telecom BSS (Business Support Systems) landscape and modern Microservices architecture. The ideal candidate will lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions that align with business objectives and industry best practices. This role requires strong leadership, architectural vision, and hands-on experience in guiding complex transformation programs.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture Design & Strategy:
Define end-to-end architecture for Telecom BSS solutions, ensuring alignment with business and technical requirements.
Design and implement Microservices-based architectures leveraging containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
Establish architectural standards, frameworks, and governance models.

Solution Delivery:
Lead solution design for OSS/BSS systems, including CRM, Billing, Order Management, and Product Catalog.
Ensure seamless integration between BSS components and external systems using APIs (REST/GraphQL).

Technology Leadership:
Evaluate and recommend technology stacks, tools, and platforms for scalability and performance.
Drive adoption of cloud-native architectures and DevOps practices for continuous delivery.

Stakeholder Collaboration:
Work closely with business teams, product owners, and engineering leads to translate requirements into technical solutions.
Provide architectural guidance to development teams and mentor senior engineers.

Performance & Security:
Ensure solutions meet high standards of security, compliance, and performance.
Implement best practices for API security, data privacy, and resilience.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement:
Stay updated on emerging technologies in Telecom BSS and Microservices.
Recommend improvements in architecture and processes to enhance agility and reduce costs.

Qualifications & Skills

Experience:
Minimum 15+ years in IT architecture and solution design.
Proven experience in Telecom BSS systems (CRM, Billing, Order Management, Mediation, Rating).
Strong background in Microservices architecture, containerization, and orchestration.

Technical Expertise:
Proficiency in Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, and API design.
Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and API gateways.
Familiarity with event-driven architectures, messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ).

Domain Knowledge:
Comprehensive understanding of Telecom BSS processes, TM Forum standards, and integration patterns.

Soft Skills:
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to drive large-scale transformation programs and manage cross-functional teams.

Good to Have:
Certification in TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect, or similar.