Telecom Data Strategy & Digital Twin Lead

Ciena Corporation; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ciena Corporation is seeking a Blue Planet Data Management Lead in Reading, UK. The successful candidate will define the canonical telco data model and lead data architecture initiatives to support next-gen network operations. With over 15 years in telecom software, you will drive the adoption of data models and engage with industry standards to ensure alignment.

The role also focuses on developing cloud-native implementations and engaging with customers to validate solutions. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Software Engineering is required.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in the telecom software industry with at least 5+ years of product management experience.
• Background in OSS environments including network automation and management systems.
• Experience introducing complex tech products into Tier-1 CSP or network provider environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the canonical telco data model across network and service lifecycle.
• Develop and lead the data architecture including federated access and metadata management.
• Engage with customers and industry forums to validate solutions.

Skills

Telecom data modeling

AI and ML data requirements

Network automation

Cloud-native architectures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Software Engineering

Tools

Enterprise data management tools

Cloud data platforms

Kubernetes

Job description

Ciena Corporation is seeking a Blue Planet Data Management Lead in Reading, UK. The successful candidate will define the canonical telco data model and lead data architecture initiatives to support next-gen network operations. With over 15 years in telecom software, you will drive the adoption of data models and engage with industry standards to ensure alignment.

The role also focuses on developing cloud-native implementations and engaging with customers to validate solutions. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Software Engineering is required.