Lead Architect- DOCSIS Architecture & Operations Expert

Capgemini; Chennai District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini India is seeking a DOCSIS Architecture & Operations Expert to shape next-generation broadband solutions in Chennai and Bengaluru. The role requires deep experience in DOCSIS 3.0/3.1/4.0, HFC networks, CMTS/CCAP, and distributed access architectures to drive large-scale broadband deployments.

You will lead architecture reviews, define technology roadmaps, and guide teams on R-PHY, Remote MACPHY, DAA, and FTTH/PON migrations, while ensuring high service quality and network performance.

Qualifications

• DOCSIS 3.0/3.1/4.0 expertise in HFC networks
• Experience with CMTS/CCAP architectures and DAA
• Knowledge of R-PHY/Remote MACPHY implementations
• Experience with FTTH/PON migrations
• Proficiency in Linux/UNIX, scripting (Python/Perl/Shell) and monitoring platforms

Responsibilities

• Define and drive DOCSIS architecture strategy, standards, and roadmap
• Lead architecture reviews for DOCSIS 3.1/4.0 deployments and broadband programs
• Provide technical leadership for CMTS/CCAP, DAA, R-PHY, and Remote MACPHY
• Evaluate emerging technologies including DOCSIS 4.0, FDX, ESD, and Fiber Evolution strategies

Skills

DOCSIS 3.0/3.1/4.0

CMTS/CCAP

DAA

R-PHY

Remote MACPHY

FDX

ESD

HFC networks

FTTH/PON

Python/Perl/Shell

Linux/UNIX

Network monitoring

Tools

SNMP

Telemetry

Job description

Job Description

DOCSIS Architecture & Operations Expert

Experience - 15 +

Location: Chennai, Bangalore

Relevant experience in Cable Broadband Networks, Access Network Architecture, and Large-Scale Broadband Operations.

Deep expertise in DOCSIS 3.0/3.1/4.0 technologies, CMTS/CCAP architectures, HFC network design, Distributed Access Architecture (DAA), Remote PHY (R-PHY), Remote MACPHY, PON migration strategies, and next-generation broadband transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive DOCSIS architecture strategy, standards, and technology roadmap.
• Lead architecture reviews for DOCSIS 3.1/4.0 deployments and broadband transformation programs.
• Provide technical leadership for CMTS/CCAP, DAA, R-PHY, and Remote MACPHY implementations.
• Evaluate emerging technologies including DOCSIS 4.0, FDX, Extended Spectrum DOCSIS (ESD), and Fiber Evolution strategies.

Required Skills & Expertise

Domain Expertise

DOCSIS 3.0, DOCSIS 3.1, DOCSIS 4.0, Hybrid Fiber Coax (HFC) Networks, CMTS / CCAP Architectures, Distributed Access Architecture (DAA), Remote PHY (R-PHY) & Remote MACPHY

Full Duplex DOCSIS (FDX), Extended Spectrum DOCSIS (ESD), Broadband Capacity Planning & Network Engineering, Service Assurance & Network Operations, Broadband Evolution to FTTH & PON

Technical Skills

RF Engineering and Signal Analysis, Upstream/Downstream Spectrum Management, SNMP, Telemetry, Streaming Analytics, Network Automation and Orchestration, Linux/UNIX Environments, Python/Perl/Shell Scripting, Cloud-native Monitoring Platforms, Network Security and Performance Analytics, Wi-Fi Integration and Home Networking Ecosystems