Technical Project Manager
Location: Tampa,FL
Duration: 9-12 Month JD
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Telco OSS Java Technical Project Manager to lead large-scale Telecom OSS transformation and application development programs. The ideal candidate should possess a strong blend of Telecom OSS/BSS domain expertise, Java technology leadership, program management, stakeholder management, and delivery governance experience.
The role involves managing end-to-end delivery of OSS applications supporting Service Fulfillment, Service Assurance, Network Inventory, Provisioning, and Network Operations while leading distributed development teams and driving modernization initiatives. Relevant telecom OSS architecture, OSS/BSS integration, and modernization experience is reflected in enterprise references.
Key Responsibilities
Program & Delivery Management
- Manage end-to-end OSS application delivery across multiple releases and workstreams.
- Lead project planning, budgeting, forecasting, resource management, and risk mitigation.
- Drive Agile/Scrum delivery and ensure adherence to project milestones.
- Provide delivery governance and status reporting to senior leadership and client stakeholders.
- Manage offshore, onsite, and vendor teams.
Telecom OSS Leadership
- Lead programs covering:
- Service Fulfillment
- Service Assurance
- Network Inventory
- Order Management
- Provisioning & Activation
- Fault & Performance Management
- NOC Operations
- Collaborate with OSS/BSS, Network Engineering, Product, and Operations teams.
- Support OSS modernization and cloud transformation initiatives
Technical Leadership
- Provide technical oversight for Java-based OSS platforms.
- Guide solution architecture and design reviews.
- Ensure compliance with enterprise architecture standards and best practices.
- Drive API-first, Microservices, and Cloud-Native adoption strategies.
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Act as the primary interface for client delivery leadership.
- Conduct steering committee reviews and executive status updates.
- Manage scope, change requests, dependencies, and escalation handling.
- Build strong relationships with customer technology and business stakeholders.
Required Technical Skills
Telecom OSS Domain
- OSS/BSS Architecture
- Service Fulfillment
- Service Assurance
- Inventory Management
- Provisioning & Activation
- Order Management
- Fault Management
- Performance Management
- NOC Operations
- Network Inventory
Java Technologies
- Java
- Spring Boot
- Spring Cloud
- Microservices Architecture
- REST APIs
- Kafka/Event Streaming
- Enterprise Integration Patterns
Cloud & DevOps
- AWS / Azure / Google Cloud Platform
- Kubernetes
- Docker
- OpenShift
- CI/CD Pipelines
- DevSecOps
Database Technologies
- Oracle
- PostgreSQL
- MongoDB
- SQL Performance Tuning
Project Management Skills
- Agile/Scrum Delivery
- Program Governance
- Budget & Financial Management
- RAID Management
- Resource Planning
- Vendor Management
- Release Management
- Executive Reporting
- Client Relationship Management
- Change Management
Preferred Telecom Platforms
- Netcracker
- Amdocs
- Ericsson OSS
- Nokia OSS
- Cramer
- MetaSolv
- Granite
- TIRKS
- Netcool
- ServiceNow Telecom
- Splunk
Relevant telecom modernization platforms and OSS integration environments are referenced within telecom architecture and modernization materials
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or Engineering.
- PMP, SAFe Agilist, Scrum Master, or Prince2 Certification.
- TOGAF Certification preferred.
- Experience working with Tier-1 telecom operators such as Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Vodafone, BT, Rogers, Bell, or Telus.
- Experience managing programs with 25-100+ team members.
Nice to Have
- OSS Cloud Migration Programs
- AI/ML-based Network Operations Automation
- TM Forum eTOM, SID, ODA, Open APIs
- SDN/NFV and 5G Network Architecture
- GenAI-driven Telecom Operations Solutions
- Data Analytics and Observability Platforms
Ideal Candidate Profile
- 15+ years of Telecom IT experience.
- 8+ years managing Telecom OSS delivery programs.
- Strong Java/Microservices technical background.
- Proven experience leading OSS modernization, cloud transformation, and large-scale telecom application delivery.
- Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and client-facing skills.
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