Solutions Architect - Telecom

Energy Jobline ZR; Belfast; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading telecom solutions provider is seeking a Solution Architect in Belfast for a short-term engagement. The role involves designing end-to-end Telco solutions and requires 10–15 years of experience in Solution Architecture, especially in the Telecom BSS domain. Strong expertise in integration architecture and excellent communication skills are essential. This position is onsite for 6 to 8 weeks.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in Solution Architecture within the Telecom domain.
• Strong expertise in BSS systems and integration architecture.
• Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of end-to-end Telco solutions across BSS, OSS, CRM, and more.
• Define integration patterns and interface specifications.
• Translate complex customer requirements into scalable architecture blueprints.

Skills

Solution Architecture

Telecom BSS

Integration Architecture

Excellent Communication

Tools

APIGEE

WSO2

Kong API Gateway

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Solution Architect – Telecom

Location: Belfast, UK (Onsite)

Duration: 6 to 8 Weeks (Contract)

About the Role: We are seeking a experienced Solution Architect with a strong background in the Telecom BSS domain to work closely with our stakeholders in Belfast. This is a short-term, high-impact engagement ideal for a self-driven professional who can independently lead architecture discussions, gather requirements, and deliver technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of end-to-end Telco solutions across BSS, OSS, CRM, Order Management, Mediation, Billing, and Network Systems.
• Define integration patterns and interface specifications (APIs, microservices, ESB, REST, SOAP, Kafka).
• Translate complex customer requirements into scalable, modular, and interoperable architecture blueprints.
• Develop High-Level Designs (HLDs), Solution Option Papers, and Architecture Decision Records (ADRs).
• Evaluate legacy modernization opportunities, including migration from platforms like TIBCO BW, MuleSoft, or IBM Integration Bus to cloud-microservices-based architectures.

Required Skills & Experience

• 10–15 years of experience in Solution Architecture within the Telecom domain.
• Strong expertise in BSS systems and integration architecture.
• Hands-on experience with integration platforms such as APIGEE, WSO2, or similar.
• Exposure to Kong API Gateway is a plus.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality documentation.