10+ years in IT/Software Architecture, including 5 years as a Lead or Principal Integration Architect in Telecommunications
Demonstrated experience with OSS/BSS transformation and automated Service Activation
Proficient in TOGAF principles; certification preferred
In-depth knowledge of RESTful APIs, gRPC, GraphQL, and Event-Driven Architecture
Hands-on experience with cloud-native solutions and integration tools such as MuleSoft and AWS
Familiarity with TM Forum standards including Frameworx and Open APIs
Excellent communication skills to bridge technical and non-technical discussions
Responsibilities
Define the enterprise integration architecture roadmap aligned with business goals and cloud initiatives
Apply the TOGAF framework to manage architectural principles and artifacts
Design end-to-end integration patterns across complex telco ecosystems
Lead the design and integration of core OSS/BSS platforms like CRM and Billing
Benefits
Professional development opportunities and certifications support
Flexible work arrangements
Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation
Opportunities to work on cutting-edge cloud technologies
Full Job Description
Architecture & Strategy
Define the enterprise-wide integration architecture roadmap, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and cloud-first initiatives.
Apply the TOGAF framework to govern architectural artifacts, principles, and transition states.
Architect end-to-end integration patterns (API-first, event-driven architectures, microservices, and batch patterns) across complex telco ecosystems.
Telco Domain Execution
Lead the design and integration of core OSS/BSS platforms (e.g., CRM, Billing, Charging, Order Management, Inventory, and Network Assurance).
Required Skills & Qualifications
Experience:
10 years in IT/Software Architecture, with at least 5 years as a Lead or Principal Integration Architect within the Telecommunications vertical.
Telco Expertise:
Proven track record of delivering complex integrations for OSS/BSS transformation programs and automated Service Activation pipelines.
Methodology:
Strong practical experience applying TOGAF principles (certification is highly preferred).
Technical Skill:
Integration Paradigms: Deep knowledge of RESTful APIs, gRPC, GraphQL, Event-Driven Architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ), and Enterprise Integration Patterns (EIP).
Cloud Computing: Hands-on experience with cloud-native architectures, containerization (Kubernetes, Docker), and cloud integration tools (e.g., MuleSoft, Apigee, AWS API Gateway, Azure Integration Services).
Standards: Strong familiarity with TM Forum frameworks (Frameworx, TAM, eTOM, SID, Open APIs).
Soft Skills:
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills; ability to explain complex technical realities to non-technical business executives.
Strong analytical mindset with a passion for deconstructing legacy technical debt.
Preferred Qualifications
TOGAF 9.x or 10 Certified.
TM Forum Certified Professional.
Cloud Architecture Certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Professional Cloud Architect, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert).
