Network Solutions Architect

Hexa Consulting; Portugal; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Health insurance

Job summary

A reputable IT consulting company in Portugal is seeking a Network Solutions Architect. You will design and optimize complex technology systems, ensuring efficient communication between business and technical teams. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of telecommunications networks, experience with critical tools, and strong problem-solving skills. Offered are a permanent contract and health insurance, providing a stable environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of telecommunications networks.
• Experience in software architecture and engineering, including microservices and automation.
• Adaptability and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Design telecommunications systems architecture according to business needs.
• Assess, optimize, and improve existing systems.
• Research emerging trends and technologies in telecom systems.

Skills

Telecommunications networks knowledge

RAN (4G, 5G, OpenRAN)

Core Networks (EPC, 5GC, IMS, VoLTE)

IP/MPLS and Transport Networks (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS)

SDN/NFV

OSS/BSS systems experience

Cloud and virtualization knowledge

Network security fundamentals

Monitoring and observability tools

Leadership skills

Project management experience

Tools

Netcool

ServiceNow

Amdocs

Salesforce

Kubernetes

OpenStack

VMware

Ansible

Terraform

Python

Job description

At Hexa Consulting, our mission is to build strong relationships, become a trusted partner through a distinctive approach to IT consulting, and foster both the professional and personal growth of our team.

We specialize in Nearshore projects, Project Development, Service Management, and Technology Academies.

We are looking for a Network Solutions Architect to support companies in designing, organizing, and optimizing complex technology systems, ensuring that all components — from business processes to technical infrastructure — work seamlessly together.

In this role, you will act as a technology architect: instead of designing buildings, you will design how software systems, networks, and services connect and communicate. You will serve as the bridge between business teams, who define requirements, and technical teams, who implement solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design the architecture of telecommunications systems and digital platforms aligned with business needs.
• Assess, optimize, and improve existing systems to ensure performance and reliability.
• Support and guide development and operations teams, ensuring best practices and corporate standards.
• Research emerging trends and technologies relevant to networks and telecom systems.
• Ensure that solutions comply with security standards, regulatory requirements, and industry frameworks.
• Serve as the technical reference point in projects involving OSS/BSS, RAN, Core Networks, and network services.

Required Technical Skills:

• Deep knowledge of telecommunications networks:
• RAN (4G, 5G, OpenRAN)
• Core Networks (EPC, 5GC, IMS, VoLTE)
• IP/MPLS and Transport Networks (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS)
• SDN/NFV, network slicing, and virtualized network functions
• Experience with OSS/BSS systems: Netcool, ServiceNow, Amdocs, Salesforce, or equivalents.
• Experience in software architecture and engineering, including microservices and automation (Ansible, Terraform, Python, ONAP, YANG).
• Cloud and virtualization knowledge: Kubernetes, OpenStack, VMware, CNF/VNF.
• Network security fundamentals: firewalls, Zero Trust, VPN, network segmentation.
• Monitoring and observability tools: Grafana, Prometheus, Zabbix.
• Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks: TM Forum (eTOM, SID, ODA), 3GPP, ETSI.
• Leadership skills and ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and strong problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability and continuous learning in new and challenging contexts.
• Project management experience and ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams is a plus.

What we offer:

• Permanent contract
• Health insurance

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