Network Team Lead

HCLTech; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 101,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

HCLTech is seeking a Network Lead to head the design, governance, and delivery of enterprise-wide network data assets, from source systems to analytics, dashboards, APIs, and AI/ML consumption. The role requires strategic thinking, data modeling, governance, and cross-functional collaboration with Network Engineering, ITSM, BI, and AI teams to translate business requirements into scalable data solutions.

The position emphasizes leading a data-driven program, driving modernization of data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in network data, telecom systems, or infrastructure analytics.
• Experience with network data platforms and BI tools.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Data Product Owner for all network-related data assets including inventory, performance, faults, configuration and capacity.
• Define and execute the Network Data Tower roadmap aligned with enterprise data strategy.
• Own the lifecycle of network data across source systems to analytics, dashboards, APIs, and AI/ML consumption.

Skills

Data Governance

Data Modeling

Stakeholder Collaboration

Leadership

Network Analytics

AI/ML in networks

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Data Analytics

Tools

NMS

CMDB

ITSM

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

HCLTech is seeking a highly strategic and execution-focused Network Lead to head the design, governance, and delivery of enterprise-wide network data assets. This role owns the end-to-end lifecycle of network data—from source systems to analytics, dashboards, APIs, and AI/ML consumption—while aligning with enterprise data strategy and business outcomes.

Job Title

Network Lea

dJob ID: 11209

Key Responsibiliti

esData Product Ownership & Strate

• gyAct as the Data Product Owner for all network-related data assets includin
• g:Inventory, performance, faults, configuration, capacity, security, and co
• stDefine and execute the Network Data Tower roadmap aligned with enterprise data strate
• gyOwn the lifecycle of network data acros
• s:Source systems (NMS, ITSM, CMDB, SD-WAN, Cloud, Telco platform
• s)Consumption layers (dashboards, APIs, analytics, AI/ML model

s)Data Modeling & Standar

• dsDefine and maintain the Network Data Model, includin
• g:Standard KPIs, metrics, hierarchies, and business definitio
• nsEstablish and enforce data standards and consistency across platfor

msData Governance & Quali

• tyImplement robust data governance frameworks coverin
• g:Data quality rules and monitori
• ngData lineage and traceabili
• tyData cataloging and metadata manageme
• ntEnsure adherence to security, privacy, and regulatory compliance requiremen

tsStakeholder Collaborati

• onPartner closely wit
• h:Network Engineering & Operations tea
• reIT Service Manageme
• ntData Platform, BI, and AI tea
• msBusiness and Technology leadersh
• ipTranslate business and operational requirements into scalable data solutio

nsDelivery & Executi

• onOwn and prioritize the product backlog for network data initiativ
• esManage dependencies across cross-functional tea
• msEnsure timely delivery of high-quality data produc
• onLead and mentor a team of Network Data Analysts, Engineers, and SM
• EsDrive continuous improvement, automation, and modernization of data pipelin
• esPromote adoption of advanced analytics, AI/ML, and data-driven decision maki

ng Required Qualificati

• onsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related fi
• eld8+ years of experience
• in:Network data, telecom systems, or infrastructure analyt
• of:Network technologies (WAN, SD-WAN, Cloud networking, Telco syste
• ms)Data platforms (Data Lakes, Warehouses, ETL pipelin
• es)Experience with tools such
• as:NMS, CMDB, ITSM platfo
• rmsBI tools (Power BI, Table

ks)Preferred Ski

• llsKnowledge of AI/ML applications in network analyt
• icsExperience defining enterprise data models and governance framewo
• nceExcellent stakeholder communication and leadership ski

lls Key Competen

• ciesStrategic thinking with strong execution capabi
• lityData governance and quality min
• dsetCross-functional collabora
• tionAnalytical and problem-solving sk
• illsLeadership and team develop

ment Pay and Bene

fits Pay Range Minimum: $101,000 to

year Pay Range Maximum: $146,000 to

year
HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to [e-mail] for investiga

tion.
A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays p

er year
How You

’ll Grow
At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.