Java OSS Architect

Infosys•Cary, NJ

About The Position

The Java OSS Architect will work in the assigned job role of Technology Project Lead 1, supporting project delivery and technical leadership for telecom Operations Support Systems (OSS). The role combines project planning and oversight with solution architecture and full-stack application development. Responsibilities include coordinating technical teams and clients, supporting adherence to SDLC processes, monitoring deliverables and quality, contributing to project budgets, and managing scope changes and estimates. The Infosys Engineering unit focuses on product-centric value delivery, data-first engineering, and value-stream management. It uses AI, ML, and predictive analytics to improve delivery processes and time to market. This role requires strong telecom OSS expertise and experience with Java, Spring Boot, microservices, REST APIs, frontend frameworks, cloud-native architecture, containerization, CI/CD, databases, and OSS integrations. The architect will lead solution architecture and technical design reviews while working with stakeholders and development teams. A bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent from an accredited institution is required; three years of progressive experience in the specialty may substitute for each year of education. The position may require relocation and/or travel to the work or project location. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer-based visa sponsorship; Infosys cannot provide immigration sponsorship for this role.

Requirements

Strong Telecom OSS domain expertise, with hands-on experience in service fulfillment, service assurance, inventory management, order management, and network provisioning.
Full-stack application architecture and development experience using Angular and/or React on the frontend and Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and RESTful APIs on the backend.
Experience designing and implementing microservices-based enterprise applications.
Expertise in the Java ecosystem, including Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and Hibernate/JPA.
Strong knowledge of cloud-native architecture and containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes/OpenShift.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or similar tools.
Database experience with Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and NoSQL technologies.
Strong understanding of OSS integrations, middleware, API gateways, and event-driven architectures.
Experience leading solution architecture, technical design reviews, and development teams.
Familiarity with TM Forum Open APIs and telecom industry standards.
Knowledge of Agile/Scrum delivery methodologies.
Strong stakeholder management, client-facing communication, and technical leadership capabilities.
Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent from an accredited institution, or three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of each year of education.
Authorization to work for any employer in the United States without employer-based visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience with BSS/OSS transformation programs for Tier-1 telecom providers.
Exposure to fiber networks, mobile 4G/5G, IP/MPLS networks, or SDN/NFV.
Knowledge of OSS platforms such as Netcracker, Amdocs, Nokia, Ericsson OSS, or ServiceNow Telecom modules.
Experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Experience implementing observability solutions using Splunk, ELK, Grafana, Prometheus, Dynatrace, or AppDynamics.
Knowledge of Kafka, RabbitMQ, and event-streaming platforms.
Exposure to AI/ML-enabled network operations, predictive maintenance, and network automation initiatives.
DevSecOps and security architecture experience.
TOGAF, SAFe, AWS/Azure Architect, or TM Forum certifications.
Experience with offshore/onshore team leadership and large-scale digital transformation programs.

Responsibilities

Develop project timelines and proactively identify and address resource discrepancies to ensure timely project completion.
Act as a liaison between technical teams and clients through regular meetings and milestone reviews.
Support technical teams in following SDLC processes and ensure deliverables align with client requirements and specifications.
Monitor project deliverables across all phases to meet quality benchmarks and stakeholder expectations.
Contribute to project budgets aligned with scope, strategy, and key deliverables.
Identify scope alterations and new client requests, support effort estimation, obtain necessary approvals, and secure client sign-offs.
Manage risks proactively to support uninterrupted delivery.
Build collaborative stakeholder relationships through effective communication.
Anticipate challenges and deliver innovative solutions.
Balance project economics with strategic priorities.
Lead solution architecture, technical design reviews, and development teams.