The Domain Architect is responsible for defining and implementing the Core domain-wide strategy for Application(Cloud network function) deployment automation and AI-enabled Automation SW development and delivery across various Nokia blueprint as well as customized product teams. The role requires deep expertise in cloud-native technologies, Network function deployment automation frameworks, CI/CD ecosystems, and the application of AI capabilities to optimize development workstreams, operational efficiency and delivery velocity. The architect will drive scalable, maintainable automation solutions, enable self-healing delivery pipelines, and mentor teams in modern DevOps and AI-assisted SW engineering practices.
Responsibilities- Define and evolve the architecture for end-to-end application deployment automation across development, testing, staging and production environments.
- Architect cloud-native deployment automation solutions leveraging Kubernetes, Docker and public cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Design and implement intelligent deployment automation frameworks and solutions using Python, Ansible and AI-powered capabilities.
- Integrate deployment automation seamlessly into CI/CD and GitOps workflows using GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, ArgoCD, and related technologies.
- Mentor engineers on cloud-native deployment architectures, CI/CD automation, AI-assisted software delivery and modern DevOps practices.
Must Have
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Engineering with 15+ years in software engineering, DevOps, and cloud engineering, including 6+ years in a solution architect or senior technical leadership role.
- Demonstrate advanced Python or Ansible development skills, with extensive experience building automation frameworks, application deployment tooling, and orchestration solutions.
- Exhibit extensive hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Docker, containerized application deployments, and cloud-native architectures, complemented by a basic understanding of YAML and JSON.
- Show deep experience with CI/CD and GitOps technologies, including GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, ArgoCD, FluxCD, Crossplane, or equivalent deployment automation tools and developing automation for Cloud solutions (AWS, Red Hat OpenShift) is a plus, alongside a strong understanding of development tools like GitLab, Gerrit, and JIRA
- Demonstrated experience applying AI and Generative AI to deployment automation and DevOps workflows, including hands-on use of AI-assisted development tools and a strong understanding of LLMs, RAG, AI agents, and orchestration frameworks.
- Proven ability to develop or integrate AI-powered agents for operational automation, release validation, and root cause analysis, coupled with familiarity with AI frameworks (e.g., LangChain, CrewAI) and knowledge of AI governance, security, and responsible AI practices.
Nice to Have
- Telecom domain exposure (Packet Core, 4G/5G, network protocols, cloud-native network functions) and Experience in implementing autonomous deployment platforms or AI-driven operational automation.
- Knowledge of MLOps, AI platform operations, and deployment of AI/ML workloads in cloud-native environments and Certifications in cloud platforms or AI/ML specialties
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