PstrongRole Overview: /strong /ppSeeking a Senior Solution Architect to lead the design and onboarding of xNFs (Container Network Functions or Virtual Network Function) onto a horizontal Telco Cloud platform. This platform is built on Red Hat OpenStack and OpenShift, running over a Cisco based SDN network. /ppThe architect will play a key role in translating business requirements and service flows into detailed connectivity and infrastructure designs, producing both High-Level Designs (HLD) and Low-Level Designs (LLD) that span the complete service chain. /ppstrongKey Responsibilities: /strong /ppTranslate business and service flows into technical connectivity and infrastructure requirements. /ppDesign end-to-end solutions for onboarding xNFs, aligned with Telco Cloud architecture principles. /ppProduce comprehensive HLD and LLD documentation, covering all components in the service chain. /ppCollaborate with cross-functional teams including NF vendors, cloud infrastructure, security and network architects. /ppDefine and validate connectivity and service chaining requirements involving Virtualization / Container stack, Load Balancers, Firewalls and SDN network. /ppEnsure compliance with industry standards and internal design governance. /ppSupport automation and lifecycle enablement of onboarding processes. /ppLead architecture reviews and provide technical guidance to project teams. /ppOversee initial implementation in a lab environment and lead the handover to the production team which is a truly hands-on role. /ppstrongKey Competencies: /strong /ppStrong ability to bridge business and technical domains, translating service flows into infrastructure and connectivity designs. /ppEnd-to-end architectural thinking, with both broad service chain understanding and deep technical insight into key components of a private Telco Cloud Stack. /ppExpertise in technologies such as Linux, OpenStack and OpenShift, Load balancing and firewall integration, Cisco ACI fabric and Nexus (N7K). /ppProficiency in creating and maintaining HLD and LLD documentation. /ppStrong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. /ppAgile and collaborative working style. /ppKeep an End-to-end (E2E) perspective when designing a solution. /ppstrongKey Experience: /strong /pp7+ years of experience in Telco or Cloud Solution Architecture roles. /ppProven experience onboarding Telco Applications (VNFs/CNFs) onto cloud-native platforms. /ppExperience with multi-vendor environments and complex service chains. /ppFamiliarity with CI/CD pipelines, network automation, and observability tools. /ppExperience working with security and compliance in Telco environments. /ppstrongPreferred Certifications or equivalent in experience: /strong /ppRed Hat Certified Architect (RHCA) or equivalent. /ppKubernetes Certified (CKA/CKAD). /ppCisco ACI or Palo Alto certifications. /ppAdvanced networking certifications /ppAzure Fundamentals /p