Senior Data ArchitectFuntonetwork • Richardson, Texas, USA

Senior Data Architect

Funtonetwork • Richardson, Texas, USA

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FuntoNetwork IT Consulting

Empowering Businesses with Innovative IT Solutions

Position : Senior Data Architect (Telecom / OEM Specialist)

Department : Enterprise Architecture & Data Solutions

Location : Hybrid Basking Ridge NJ / Richardson TX (3 days onsite)

Type : 12 Month Contract

Reports To : Director of Enterprise Architecture

Travel : Up to 10% (for client workshops and integration reviews)

Interview Process Overview

Stage 1 : FuntoNetwork Technical Screen 60-minute video call with our internal architect.
Stage 2 : Client Technical / Team Interview 60-90 minute deep-dive with the clients technical team.
Stage 3 : Client Leadership Interview 45-60 minute strategic fit interview with client leadership.

About FuntoNetwork

FuntoNetwork partners with leading global enterprises to design and implement transformative data and architecture the telecommunications sector we enable our clients to harness data intelligence modernize OSS / BSS ecosystems and embed AI-driven insights into their operational fabric. Our architects dont just design systemsthey build the scalable secure and innovative data backbones that power tomorrows connected world.

Position Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Data Architect with deep telecommunications expertise and direct OEM-side development experience (Nokia Samsung Ericsson Ciena Cisco etc.). This role will design and oversee enterprise-grade data architectures with a special focus on data pipeline optimization embedded analytics and AI integration within telecom OSS / BSS environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership experience hands-on familiarity with CPU-level data / analytics threading and a proven ability to translate complex business requirements into robust scalable data solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture Leadership : Design end-to-end data solutions for telecom OSS / Service Fulfillment / Service Assurance domains ensuring integrity security availability and scalability.

OEM & Embedded Systems Focus : Leverage hands-on OEM development experience to architect data pipelines analytics layers and AI-embedded solutions optimized for telecom hardware and software ecosystems.

Data & AI Strategy : Collaborate with business stakeholders data engineers and data scientists to build future-proof data landscapes that support operational analytical and AI / ML-driven initiatives.

Cloud & Modern Data Platforms : Design and migrate solutions to cloud data platforms (Azure / AWS / GCP) incorporating microservices containerization (K8s / Docker) and event-driven architectures.

Standards & Governance : Apply strong knowledge of TM Forum frameworks MEF standards and SID models to ensure industry compliance and interoperability.

Team Guidance & Mentorship : Lead design teams make critical architecture decisions and foster a culture of continuous learning innovation and collaborative problem-solving.

Solution Delivery : Translate complex customer requirements into production-grade high-performance data solutions within large-scale digital transformation programs.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Experience : 10 years in solution design technology transformation and OSS / BSS architecture within the telecom industry.

OEM Development Background : Must have direct development experience from an OEM environment (Nokia Samsung Ericsson Ciena Cisco or similar).

Technical Expertise :

Data pipeline architecture & embedded analytics / AI integration

Understanding of CPU-level data / analytics threading and optimization

Cloud data platforms (Azure AWS or GCP)

Enterprise integration patterns API frameworks and event-driven architectures

Microservices K8s / Docker and modern data platform concepts

Telecom Knowledge : Strong familiarity with TM Forum frameworks MEF standards SID and core telecom processes (provisioning assurance order management).

Leadership : 5 years leading design teams and guiding technical delivery.

Communication : Excellent ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Education : Bachelors degree required; Masters in Telecom Engineering preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications in data architecture cloud technologies or telecom frameworks (TM Forum).

Experience in large-scale digital transformation programs within telecom.

Published thought leadership or contributions to telecom architecture standards.

Why Join This Engagement

High-Impact Role : Shape the data architecture for major telecom initiatives.

Expert Collaboration : Work alongside industry experts and leading technologists.

Cutting-Edge Technology : Design solutions involving embedded AI cloud migration and next-gen OSS / BSS platforms.

Professional Growth : Expand your expertise in a challenging client-facing architectural role.

Application Process

We are seeking a data architect who combines deep telecom domain expertise with hands-on OEM development experience and strategic vision.

To apply please submit :

Your updated resume highlighting specific telecom / OEM projects and architectural scope.

A brief cover note summarizing your experience with data pipeline design and AI / analytics embedding in telecom systems.

Any relevant certifications or portfolio examples.

Qualified candidates will be contacted to begin our 3-stage interview process.

Submit your application to :

Samuel Andoh

Account Manager FuntoNetwork IT Consulting

Email :

Working Hours : MondayFriday 9 : 00 AM 6 : 00 PM ET

Website :

Mission Statement : Empowering Businesses with Innovative IT Solutions

FuntoNetwork is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and contract professionals.

Key Skills

Fund Management,Drafting,End User Support,Infrastructure,Airlines,Catia

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 45 - 65

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