Technology Architect – Telecom Cloud & Data Architecture (GCP)Location: Richardson, TX (Onsite)F2F Interview: YesDuration: 6 MonthsPosition Overview: We are seeking an experienced Technology Architect with deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), BigQuery, and Telecom OSS/BSS ecosystems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud architecture, telecom platforms, data analytics, and cloud modernization initiatives. This role will lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud solutions while driving digital transformation initiatives across telecom systems.
The successful candidate will work closely with business stakeholders, engineering teams, data architects, and cloud operations teams to define enterprise architecture standards, optimize cloud costs, and modernize legacy telecom applications and data platforms.Required Qualifications10+ years of overall IT experience.5+ years of experience in Technology Architecture, Solution Architecture, or Enterprise Architecture roles.Strong experience in the Telecom industry.Hands-on expertise with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).Extensive experience with BigQuery and cloud-native data platforms.Strong understanding of Telecom OSS/BSS systems.Experience with telecom billing, network operations, customer management, or telecom analytics platforms.Experience designing cloud-native architectures and microservices-based solutions.Expertise in API-led integration and distributed system architecture.Strong understanding of security, scalability, reliability, and performance optimization principles.Technical SkillsCloud TechnologiesGoogle Cloud Platform (GCP)BigQueryCloud StoragePub/SubDataflowDataprocCloud ComposerCloud FunctionsCloud RunKubernetes Engine (GKE)IAMVPC NetworkingData & AnalyticsBigQuery Data WarehousingData ModelingETL/ELT PipelinesData IntegrationReal-Time AnalyticsTelecom Data AnalyticsReporting and Performance MonitoringArchitectureCloud-Native ArchitectureMicroservices ArchitectureAPI-First DesignEvent-Driven ArchitectureEnterprise Architecture FrameworksIntegration ArchitectureHigh Availability DesignDisaster RecoveryTelecom DomainOSS/BSS PlatformsTelecom Billing SystemsCRM IntegrationOrder ManagementNetwork InventoryProvisioning SystemsCustomer Lifecycle ManagementTelecom AnalyticsFinOps & GovernanceCloud Cost OptimizationFinOps Best PracticesCloud GovernanceBudget ForecastingResource OptimizationCost Monitoring and ReportingCapacity PlanningKey ResponsibilitiesArchitecture LeadershipDefine and implement enterprise-wide technology architecture for telecom platforms and cloud solutions.Develop architecture roadmaps aligned with business and digital transformation objectives.Establish architecture standards, frameworks, and best practices.Cloud TransformationLead migration and modernization of telecom applications to Google Cloud Platform.Design scalable, secure, and resilient cloud-native solutions.Drive adoption of modern cloud services and automation practices.Data Platform DesignArchitect large-scale data platforms leveraging BigQuery and GCP analytics services.Design enterprise data models and real-time data processing solutions.Enable advanced analytics and reporting capabilities for telecom operations.Telecom Solution ArchitectureIntegrate OSS/BSS platforms with cloud-based services.Design solutions supporting billing, provisioning, network operations, and customer management systems.Collaborate with business and technology teams to deliver scalable telecom solutions.FinOps & Cloud GovernanceImplement cloud cost optimization strategies.Monitor cloud utilization and recommend cost-saving opportunities.Establish governance models ensuring compliance, security, and operational excellence.Stakeholder CollaborationWork closely with engineering, infrastructure, security, and business teams.Provide technical leadership and architecture guidance throughout project lifecycles.Conduct architecture reviews and solution assessments.Preferred QualificationsExperience with telecom service providers, wireless carriers, broadband, or communication service providers.Google Cloud certifications such as:Professional Cloud ArchitectProfessional Data EngineerProfessional Cloud DevOps EngineerExperience with Kubernetes and containerized workloads.Exposure to AI/ML analytics platforms on GCP.Experience with CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform).