Telco OSS Java Architect W2

Number of Positions -3
Location Baskin Ridge ,NJ ,Tampa ,FL & Richardson ,TX
Work mode Client -Hybrid (3 days week)

Experience
12+ years of IT experience with 8+ years in Telecom OSS/BSS Architecture, Enterprise Java Development, and Telecom System Integration.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Telecom OSS Java Architect to lead the design, development, and modernization of OSS applications supporting Service Fulfillment, Service Assurance, Inventory Management, Network Operations, and Provisioning platforms. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Telecom OSS domains along with strong hands-on experience in Java-based enterprise application architecture, microservices, cloud technologies, and telecom integrations. This aligns with telecom OSS modernization, API-first architecture, cloud-native services, and data integration capabilities referenced in enterprise telecom architecture materials.
Key Responsibilities
OSS Architecture & Design
Define end-to-end OSS application architecture and technology roadmap.
Lead OSS modernization initiatives from legacy platforms to microservices-based architectures.
Design scalable and highly available OSS solutions for:
Service Fulfillment
Service Assurance
Activation & Provisioning
Inventory Management
Fault & Performance Management
Network Operations
Java Solution Architecture
Architect enterprise-grade Java applications using:
Java 17/21
Spring Boot
Spring Cloud
Microservices
REST APIs
Event-Driven Architecture
Define API strategy, integration standards, security architecture, and deployment models.
Establish coding standards, architecture governance, and application performance guidelines.
Telecom Integration
Integrate OSS platforms with:
BSS Systems
CRM
Billing
Inventory
Order Management
Network Inventory
EMS/NMS Platforms
Design TM Forum Open API-based integrations.
Implement real-time and batch data exchange using enterprise integration patterns. TM Forum, OSS/BSS integration, and telecom ecosystem modernization are highlighted in enterprise telecom architecture references.
Cloud & Modernization
Drive cloud-native transformation initiatives on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
Design containerized deployments using Kubernetes and Docker.
Implement CI/CD, DevSecOps, and observability frameworks.
Support migration from legacy OSS environments to cloud-native platforms.
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Required Skills
Telecom OSS Domain
OSS/BSS Architecture
Service Fulfillment
Service Assurance
Inventory Management
Provisioning & Activation
Fault Management
Performance Management
NOC Operations
Network Inventory
Java Technologies
Java 17/21
Spring Boot
Spring Cloud
Hibernate/JPA
Microservices
REST APIs
JMS
Kafka
Reactive Programming
Integration Technologies
TM Forum Open APIs
SOAP/REST Services
API Gateway
ESB/Middleware
Event Streaming
Message Queues
Database & Data Technologies
Oracle
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Redis
SQL Optimization
Data Modeling
Cloud & DevOps
AWS / Azure / Google Cloud Platform
Docker
Kubernetes
OpenShift
Jenkins
GitHub Actions
Terraform
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Preferred Telecom Platforms
Netcracker
Amdocs
Cramer
TIRKS
Granite
MetaSolv
ServiceNow Telecom Modules
Ericsson OSS
Nokia OSS
Netcool
Splunk
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Preferred Qualifications
Telecom industry experience with Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Vodafone, BT, Rogers, Telus, or similar operators.
Strong understanding of 4G/5G network architecture.
Experience with OSS modernization and cloud transformation initiatives.
TOGAF certification preferred.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or Engineering.
Nice to Have
AI/ML-based telecom operations automation.
Network analytics platforms.
SDN/NFV exposure.
Kubernetes/OpenShift platform architecture.
Event-driven OSS and real-time streaming architectures utilizing Kafka and cloud-native services.
Ideal Fit: Senior/Lead Architect with strong Telecom OSS domain expertise, Java microservices architecture experience, and proven delivery experience in large-scale Telco transformation programs.