Technical Project Manager

Technical Project Manager
Location: Tampa,FL
Duration: 9-12 Month JD

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Telco OSS Java Technical Project Manager to lead large-scale Telecom OSS transformation and application development programs. The ideal candidate should possess a strong blend of Telecom OSS/BSS domain expertise, Java technology leadership, program management, stakeholder management, and delivery governance experience.

The role involves managing end-to-end delivery of OSS applications supporting Service Fulfillment, Service Assurance, Network Inventory, Provisioning, and Network Operations while leading distributed development teams and driving modernization initiatives. Relevant telecom OSS architecture, OSS/BSS integration, and modernization experience is reflected in enterprise references.

Key Responsibilities

Program & Delivery Management

• Manage end-to-end OSS application delivery across multiple releases and workstreams.
• Lead project planning, budgeting, forecasting, resource management, and risk mitigation.
• Drive Agile/Scrum delivery and ensure adherence to project milestones.
• Provide delivery governance and status reporting to senior leadership and client stakeholders.
• Manage offshore, onsite, and vendor teams.

Telecom OSS Leadership

• Lead programs covering:
  • Service Fulfillment
  • Service Assurance
  • Network Inventory
  • Order Management
  • Provisioning & Activation
  • Fault & Performance Management
  • NOC Operations
• Collaborate with OSS/BSS, Network Engineering, Product, and Operations teams.
• Support OSS modernization and cloud transformation initiatives

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical oversight for Java-based OSS platforms.
• Guide solution architecture and design reviews.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise architecture standards and best practices.
• Drive API-first, Microservices, and Cloud-Native adoption strategies.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary interface for client delivery leadership.
• Conduct steering committee reviews and executive status updates.
• Manage scope, change requests, dependencies, and escalation handling.
• Build strong relationships with customer technology and business stakeholders.

Required Technical Skills

Telecom OSS Domain

• OSS/BSS Architecture
• Service Fulfillment
• Service Assurance
• Inventory Management
• Provisioning & Activation
• Order Management
• Fault Management
• Performance Management
• NOC Operations
• Network Inventory

Java Technologies

• Java
• Spring Boot
• Spring Cloud
• Microservices Architecture
• REST APIs
• Kafka/Event Streaming
• Enterprise Integration Patterns

Cloud & DevOps

• AWS / Azure / Google Cloud Platform
• Kubernetes
• Docker
• OpenShift
• CI/CD Pipelines
• DevSecOps

Database Technologies

• Oracle
• PostgreSQL
• MongoDB
• SQL Performance Tuning

Project Management Skills

• Agile/Scrum Delivery
• Program Governance
• Budget & Financial Management
• RAID Management
• Resource Planning
• Vendor Management
• Release Management
• Executive Reporting
• Client Relationship Management
• Change Management

Preferred Telecom Platforms

• Netcracker
• Amdocs
• Ericsson OSS
• Nokia OSS
• Cramer
• MetaSolv
• Granite
• TIRKS
• Netcool
• ServiceNow Telecom
• Splunk

Relevant telecom modernization platforms and OSS integration environments are referenced within telecom architecture and modernization materials

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or Engineering.
• PMP, SAFe Agilist, Scrum Master, or Prince2 Certification.
• TOGAF Certification preferred.
• Experience working with Tier-1 telecom operators such as Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Vodafone, BT, Rogers, Bell, or Telus.
• Experience managing programs with 25-100+ team members.

Nice to Have

• OSS Cloud Migration Programs
• AI/ML-based Network Operations Automation
• TM Forum eTOM, SID, ODA, Open APIs
• SDN/NFV and 5G Network Architecture
• GenAI-driven Telecom Operations Solutions
• Data Analytics and Observability Platforms

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 15+ years of Telecom IT experience.
• 8+ years managing Telecom OSS delivery programs.
• Strong Java/Microservices technical background.
• Proven experience leading OSS modernization, cloud transformation, and large-scale telecom application delivery.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and client-facing skills.