Solution Architect - Telco Cloud Orchestration

We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect with deep expertise in telecom cloud orchestration, network virtualization, automation, and cutting-edge technologies like GenAI and CAMARA. The ideal candidate will have strong proficiency in ETSI MANO architecture, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and on-premises deployments, including OpenStack, along with familiarity with leading public cloud platforms. This role demands a focus on scalable, secure, and innovative solutions while meeting customer requirements and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement robust Telco Cloud Orchestration solutions to deploy and manage virtualised (VNFs) and containerised (CNFs) network functions on public cloud and OpenStack.
• Architect scalable, secure, and highly available Kubernetes clusters tailored to telecom workloads.
• Implement orchestration strategies for CNFs, ensuring lifecycle management, observability, fault tolerance, and SLA compliance.
• Enable API-driven integration for the Telco Cloud platform with DCGW, firewalls, load balancers, inventory systems, and other infrastructure elements.
• Design and deploy CI/CD pipelines using tools like Gitea, FluxCD, Crossplane, Jenkins, and Argo Workflow to automate CNF onboarding, provisioning, and upgrades.
• Integrate with service orchestrators, resource orchestrators, and third-party tools to ensure seamless end-to-end workflows.
• Design and enforce security best practices, including IAM roles, pod-level security policies, network segmentation, and encryption mechanisms.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and frameworks for both cloud and on-premises deployments.
• Hands-on experience with OpenStack components (Nova, Swift, Glance, Keystone, Tata Elxsi's Telco Cloud Orchestration and Automation Platform, Cinder) for on-premises deployment and management.
• Leverage GenAI and CAMARA frameworks to drive innovation and optimise orchestration solutions.
• Explore AI/ML integration to enhance observability, fault prediction, and automation.
• Develop high-quality technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, HLDs/LLDs, and deployment procedures.
• Present technical solutions and architectural blueprints to diverse stakeholders, including customers, executives, and technical teams.
• Mentor and guide cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and secure solutions.
• Collaborate with product management, customers, and sales teams to align technical solutions with business goals.
• Conduct workshops, thought leadership sessions, and PoCs to demonstrate Tata Elxsi's Telco Cloud Orchestration and Automation Platform capabilities.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong proficiency in ETSI MANO architecture and telecom cloud orchestration processes.
• Extensive experience with Kubernetes and managing AWS EKS clusters for deploying telco network functions (e.g., RAN, Core).
• Hands-on experience with on-premises deployment tools like OpenStack and related components.
• Strong proficiency in Telco Cloud Orchestration solutions to deploy and manage virtualised (VNFs) and containerised (CNFs) network functions on public cloud and OpenStack.
• Architect scalable, secure, and highly available Kubernetes clusters tailored to telecom workloads.
• Expertise in implementing orchestration strategies for CNFs, ensuring lifecycle management, observability, fault tolerance, and SLA compliance.
• Experience in developing high-quality technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, HLDs/LLDs
• Proficiency in CI/CD tools and workflows, including Gitea, FluxCD, Crossplane, Jenkins, and Argo Workflow.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure as code and automation tools like Terraform and Ansible.
• Deep understanding of 4G/5G network functions, service configurations, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with TMF APIs (e.g., TMF638, TMF639, TMF652) and service/resource orchestration standards.
• Experience with networking protocols (e.g., LDAP, NTP, DHCP, DNS, VPN) and network elements (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls).
• Strong knowledge of designing secure, scalable solutions for both cloud and on-premises environments.
• Familiarity with CNI plugins (e.g., Calico, Cilium), network observability, and traffic routing in Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in working with public cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and their telecom-relevant services.
• Experience with cloud services like AWS VPC, Azure Virtual WAN, GCP Anthos, IAM, load balancers, CloudWatch, Auto Scaling, S3, and BigQuery.
• Expertise in managing hybrid cloud solutions integrating public and private cloud infrastructure.
• Experience with GenAI, CAMARA, and leveraging AI/ML to enhance orchestration processes and operational efficiency.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex solutions in clear, concise terms.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to address complex customer challenges.
• Develop and deliver tailored solutions based on Tata Elxsi's Telco Cloud Orchestration and Automation Platform capabilities, addressing customer needs and aligning with business goals.
• Maintain detailed technical knowledge of Tata Elxsi's Telco Cloud Orchestration and Automation Platform solutions and present them effectively to customers.
• Support pre-sales activities, including preparing RFx responses, delivering live demos, and conducting PoCs.
• Oversee the design and implementation of solutions, ensuring seamless integration and operational readiness.
• Provide feedback to product management, identifying areas for innovation and improvement based on customer engagement and industry trends.
• Present Tata Elxsi's Telco Cloud Orchestration and Automation Platform roadmap, architecture blueprints, and competitive advantages to customers and stakeholders.