Senior Network API Architect - Lead Telco API Design

TetriQ Solutions; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications services provider is seeking a highly experienced Network API Architect to lead API design and evolution for network services. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in software architecture, with specific experience in telecommunications networks and API management. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop robust API designs that meet performance, security, and reliability standards, paving the way for innovative telecommunications solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software architecture and design.
• At least 5 years focused on API architecture.
• Proven experience in designing APIs for large-scale systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to document non-functional requirements.
• Lead high-level API design and capability definition.
• Define and enforce API contracts with specifications.

Skills

API design principles

Telecommunications networks

Modern API management

Cloud-native architectures

Microservices

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

OpenAPI/Swagger

API Gateway platforms (e.g., Apigee, Kong)

Job description

A leading telecommunications services provider is seeking a highly experienced Network API Architect to lead API design and evolution for network services. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in software architecture, with specific experience in telecommunications networks and API management. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop robust API designs that meet performance, security, and reliability standards, paving the way for innovative telecommunications solutions.