OSS Architect

Syntax Consultancy Ltd • TRAFFIC • Oxfordshire, Reading, United Kingdom • £420 / day • 1w ago

OSS Architect
Newbury (Hybrid)
6 months Contract

£420/day Outside IR35

We are seeking an experienced experienced OSS Architect with design and lead the implementation of OSS solutions supporting Fixed and Mobile converged networks.

Hybrid role requiring 3 days per week or when required onsite at the Newbury office. Immediate start date, preferably in May 2025.

You will be responsible for translating business and network requirements into robust OSS architecture frameworks, ensuring service agility, scalability, and operational excellence across hybrid telecommunications environments.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading global consultancy specializing in Digital, IT, and Network Services.

Key Skills & Experience:

- Excellent experience in OSS architecture, preferably with exposure to both Fixed and mobile networks.
- Design end-to-end OSS architecture supporting converged fixed and mobile networks (FTTH, 5G, LTE, xDSL, etc.).
- Develop high-level and detailed OSS solution designs including inventory, service fulfillment, assurance, and orchestration layers.
- Collaborate with BSS, network engineering, and IT teams to ensure integrated and aligned systems.
- Lead OSS transformation initiatives including legacy modernization and migration to cloud-native platforms.
- Strong understanding of network technologies: IP/MPLS, 5G/4G RAN, GPON, DOCSIS, VoIP, IMS and expertise in OSS domains: service assurance (NMS, performance, fault management), fulfillment (activation, provisioning), and inventory management.
- Familiarity with SDN/NFV, cloud-native architectures (Kubernetes, microservices), and DevOps practices.
- Knowledge of TM Forum standards, Open APIs, and ITIL frameworks.
- Define architecture patterns for automation, zero-touch provisioning, closed-loop assurance, and AI/ML-driven operations.
- Ensure compliance with TM Forum frameworks (eTOM, SID, Open APIs) and industry standards and evaluate and integrate COTS OSS solutions and custom platforms, ensuring scalability and interoperability.

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