Senior Network Inventory SME (TDM / DWDM / SONET / Ethernet Grooming & AI Ops)Location: Remote (U.S.-based)
Engagement: Contract
We are seeking a
Senior Network Inventory Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support a large-scale OSS transformation initiative for a leading North American service provider. This program involves migrating legacy OSS platforms to a modern inventory ecosystem while simultaneously executing high-volume circuit grooming across TDM, optical, and packet networks.
This role sits at the intersection of
network engineering, OSS inventory integrity, and automation. You will play a critical role in resolving provisioning fallout, ensuring inventory accuracy, and enabling scalable, AI-assisted operational workflows.
Key Focus- Resolve provisioning fallout from TDM Ethernet / Wavelength migrations
- Troubleshoot ghost/stuck circuits across Layer 1and Layer2 networks
- Ensure inventory accuracy in Blue Planet Inventory (BPI) and reconcile with TIRKS / PRO / ARM
- Perform RCA on failed provisioning and activation workflows
- Support automation & AI Ops (Blue Planet AI Studio) by defining SOPs and repeatable logic
Required Experience- Experience: 8+ years in telecom networking, OSS inventory, or transport engineering roles
- Transport & Networking Expertise:
- Strong hands-on experience with TDM hierarchy (DS0, DS1, DS3, STS-1, OC-n)
- Deep understanding of SONET/SDH, DWDM, and packet-based transport
- Experience grooming legacy circuits onto Ethernet, OTN, or wavelength services
- OSS & Inventory Systems:
- Strong experience with inventory/design/assign systems
- Familiarity with Blue Planet Inventory (preferred)
- Working knowledge of legacy platforms such as TIRKS, PRO, or ARM
- Circuit Standards & Processes:
- Proficiency in Telecommunication/Common Language standards (ECCKT, CLCI, ASR workflows)
- Analytical & Troubleshooting Skills:
- Proven ability to trace complex circuit paths and diagnose provisioning failures
- Strong root cause analysis and cross-system debugging experience
Nice to Have- OSS migration/transformation experience
- PRO, ARM(AMDOCS), TIRKS inventory knowledge
- Blue Planet Inventory Knowledge
- Python or automation exposure
- AI/automation workflow experience
Looking for true SMEs who can operate in
war room environments, trace circuits end-to-end, and stabilize inventory during large-scale network change.