Lead Core Network and Software Architect Bucharest

Lead Core Network and Software Architect
Bucureşti
Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania

• Architect and optimize mobile core network systems, including OSS/BSS platforms, Prepaid/Postpaid Billing, HSS/HLR, UDM, PCRF, AAA, etc.
• Design and implement scalable solutions for mediation platforms, fraud management systems, and network elements (e. g. , MMSC).
• Leverage expertise in protocols like Diameter, SS7, SIP, HTTP/2, REST, SOAP, and LDAP to ensure robust communication frameworks.
• Conduct
  -
  - end assessments of infrastructure solutions and create strategies for
  - native or hybrid deployments.
• Provide guidance on transitioning legacy network systems to VNF, CNF, and
  - based architectures.

• Lead the design and implementation of software systems using microservices and containerized architectures.
• Build and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools like Git, Jenkins, or similar platforms.
• Develop and debug APIs, focusing on Cloud API integration and microservice orchestration.
• Architect and deploy applications in virtualized and containerized environments using Open
  Stack, Kubernetes, and Open
  Shift.
• Oversee software development efforts using languages like Java, C, Python, Ruby on Rails, React, and Golang, ensuring high automation and maintainability.

• Collaborate with sales teams to engage with clients, understand technical requirements, and address business challenges through tailored solutions.
• Respond to RFPs, RFIs, and technical queries, preparing comprehensive technical proposals, including solution designs, architecture diagrams, and effort estimates.
• Develop and deliver impactful technical presentations, solution demonstrations, and
  -
  - concept (POC) implementations to showcase capabilities.
• Conduct technical workshops and discovery sessions with customers, aligning solutions with business objectives and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Act as a technical advisor, articulating the value and differentiation of proposed solutions and building strong customer relationships to drive solution adoption.
• Provide feedback to product teams based on customer needs to influence roadmaps and feature development.
• Stay updated on market trends, competitor offerings, and customer challenges to guide solution positioning and differentiation strategies.
• Lead thought leadership efforts by authoring white papers, blogs, and research articles on emerging trends in telecom and
  - native architectures.
• Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and webinars to share insights, build brand visibility, and establish industry leadership.
• Participate in industry forums and standards bodies (e. g. , 3GPP, ETSI, TM Forum) to influence evolving frameworks and stay informed of changes.
• Mentor internal teams through workshops, technical sessions, and
  - sharing initiatives to foster innovation and continuous learning.

• Design hybrid and
  - native solutions leveraging platforms like Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or Open
  Stack.
• Implement virtualization and containerization strategies, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and security.
• Develop Elastic/Open Search-based solutions and implement database strategies using relational, LDAP, and No
  SQL databases like Mongo
  DB and Cassandra.

• Act as a technical evangelist for core network and software solutions, mentoring teams and fostering innovation.
• Collaborate with
  - functional global teams, including development, QA, and operations, to achieve project objectives.
• Maintain
  -
  - date knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, and frameworks to ensure continuous improvement.

• Analyze system issues with strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills in Linux environments (Red
  Hat/Ubuntu).
• Address
  - related challenges, including DNS, TCP/IP, and HTTP(S).
• Manage time effectively, ensuring priorities align with project goals and deadlines.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.

• 12+ years of experience in mobile networks and telecom systems architecture.
• 12+ years of experience in software development and
  - based architecture design.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and virtualized environments.

• Expert knowledge of OSS/BSS systems, CRM, billing platforms, and network elements like AAA, UDM, and HLR.
• Strong programming skills in Java, Python, Ruby, Golang, and React.
• Extensive experience with CI/CD, container orchestration, and
  - native tools.
• Deep understanding of telecom and cloud protocols (e. g. , Diameter, SS7, SIP, LDAP).

• Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve complex problems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Leadership abilities to manage
  - functional teams and act as a technology evangelist.

WE SPEAK DIGITAL. Overview
Formerly known as Computaris, we are the European branch of R Systems - global technology and analytics services company. We help our clients achieve
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- market, overcome digital barriers, and create business value with our specialized service offerings and consultative business approach. We speak the language of business as fluently as we do the language of technology. In other words: We speak Digital. Our goal: accelerate our clients’ digital leadership. Our clients choose to partner with us for Cloud transformation, automation, data science, analytics, and product engineering, thanks to our technical expertise, domain knowledge, global presence and a record of delivering
- class solutions consistently for over 28 years. With a global workforce of 4, 800+ employees spread across 16
- centers and 26 offices, we continue to empower organizations with
- edge technologies. In Europe, R Systems has offices in the UK, Romania, Poland, Moldova and Switzerland, providing digital transformation services and extensive telecom expertise.