Technology Specialist & Ciena Blue Planet Architect (Data Networking & Network Management)

Argyllinfotech

Denver, CO

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Ansible, Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Design, Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, BGP, Best Practices, CCIE - Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert, CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Networks, Computer Science, Configuration Management, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), DWDM (Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing), DevOps, Docker, Documentation, Ecosystems, Ethernet, FCAPS (Faults Configuration Accounting Performance Security), Fault Management, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), Git, IP (Internet Protocol), IPv4, IPv6, IT Service Management (ITSM), ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Service Providers, Inventory Management, JNCIE - Juniper Networks Certified Internet Expert, JNCIP - Juniper Networks Certified Internet Professional, JSON, Java, Jenkins, Juniper Networks Product Family, Leadership, MPLS (Multi-Protocol Label Switching), Marconi/MSI Planet, Mentoring, Microservices, Microsoft Windows Azure, MongoDB, MySQL, NetConf, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Design, Network Management Software, Network Operations Center, Network Performance/Analysis, Open Shortest Path First Protocol (OSPF), Operational Support Systems (OSS), Optical Networking, Oracle, Performance Management, PostgreSQL, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming/Scripting Language, REST (Representational State Transfer), Red Hat Linux Operating System, Salesforce.com, Scalable System Development, ServiceNow, Splunk, TOGAF - The Open Group Architecture Framework, Technical Leadership, Telecommunications, Unix Shell Programming, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Vendor/Supplier Management, Virtualization, Wide Area Network (WAN), Wireshark (Ethereal), XML (EXtensible Markup Language)
LOCATION
Denver, CO
POSTED
1 day ago
Job Title: Technology Specialist Ciena Blue Planet Architect (Data Networking & Network Management)
Location: Denver, CO (Onsite/Hybrid as per client requirement)
Position Type: Contract
Experience:12+ Year
Visa : GC, USC
**Relocation is fine**
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Technology Specialist Ciena Blue Planet Architect with 12+ years of experience in enterprise networking, telecom OSS/BSS, network automation, orchestration, and service lifecycle management. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Ciena Blue Planet, network inventory, service orchestration, SDN/NFV, and multi-vendor network management platforms.
The successful candidate will lead the architecture, design, integration, and deployment of Ciena Blue Planet solutions to automate network provisioning, service fulfillment, inventory management, and operational workflows across complex telecommunications and enterprise network environments.
Key Responsibilities
  • Architect, design, and implement enterprise-grade Ciena Blue Planet solutions for network automation and service orchestration.
  • Lead the deployment and integration of Blue Planet Inventory (BPI), Unified Inventory, Multi-Domain Service Orchestration (MDSO), and Route Optimization & Analysis (ROA).
  • Design automated service fulfillment workflows for Ethernet, MPLS, IP, Optical, and SD-WAN services.
  • Develop scalable inventory management solutions supporting multi-vendor network environments.
  • Integrate Blue Planet with OSS/BSS platforms, EMS/NMS systems, CRM, ITSM, and Service Assurance tools.
  • Design and implement SDN/NFV-based network orchestration solutions.
  • Collaborate with Network Engineering, Operations, DevOps, Cloud, and Product teams to modernize network management platforms.
  • Define automation strategies using APIs, microservices, and workflow orchestration.
  • Develop architecture documentation, HLDs, LLDs, integration specifications, and operational runbooks.
  • Optimize service provisioning, activation, and lifecycle management processes.
  • Troubleshoot complex production issues and provide Level-3 architectural support.
  • Mentor engineering teams on Blue Planet architecture, network automation, and industry best practices.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 12+ years of experience in enterprise networking, telecom OSS/BSS, or network management.
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience with Ciena Blue Planet architecture and implementation.
  • Strong experience designing network automation and orchestration platforms.
  • Experience integrating Blue Planet with enterprise OSS/BSS ecosystems.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and technical leadership skills.
Required Technical Skills
Ciena Blue Planet
  • Blue Planet Inventory (BPI)
  • Unified Inventory
  • Multi-Domain Service Orchestration (MDSO)
  • Route Optimization & Analysis (ROA)
  • Workflow Automation
  • Service Lifecycle Management
  • Network Service Orchestration
  • Inventory Management
  • Service Provisioning
  • Service Activation
Network Management
  • OSS/BSS
  • EMS
  • NMS
  • FCAPS
  • Network Inventory
  • Fault Management
  • Configuration Management
  • Performance Management
  • Service Assurance
  • Network Analytics
Networking Technologies
  • IP Networking
  • MPLS
  • Ethernet
  • Optical Networks
  • DWDM
  • Carrier Ethernet
  • BGP
  • OSPF
  • IS-IS
  • VPN
  • SD-WAN
  • Segment Routing
  • IPv4 / IPv6
SDN / NFV
  • Software Defined Networking (SDN)
  • Network Function Virtualization (NFV)
  • Network Orchestration
  • Network Virtualization
  • Intent-Based Networking
  • Open APIs
  • NETCONF
  • RESTCONF
  • YANG Models
Programming & Automation
  • Python
  • Java
  • REST APIs
  • JSON
  • XML
  • YAML
  • Shell Scripting
  • Ansible
  • Terraform
  • Git
  • Jenkins
Cloud & Platform Technologies
  • AWS
  • Azure
  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Kubernetes
  • Docker
  • OpenShift
  • Microservices
  • CI/CD
Databases
  • Oracle
  • PostgreSQL
  • MySQL
  • MongoDB
Monitoring & Observability
  • Splunk
  • Grafana
  • Prometheus
  • ELK Stack
  • SolarWinds
  • Wireshark
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with telecom service providers and carrier-grade networks.
  • Knowledge of TM Forum standards (SID, eTOM, Open APIs).
  • Experience integrating Blue Planet with ServiceNow, Salesforce, or other enterprise platforms.
  • Familiarity with AI-driven network operations (AIOps).
  • Experience with network analytics and predictive maintenance.
Preferred Certifications
  • Ciena Blue Planet Certification
  • Cisco CCNP / CCIE Enterprise
  • Juniper JNCIP / JNCIE
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect
  • Red Hat OpenShift Certification
  • Kubernetes Certification (CKA)
  • ITIL Foundation
  • TOGAF
Primary Skills
  • Ciena Blue Planet
  • Blue Planet Inventory
  • Network Orchestration
  • Service Orchestration
  • OSS/BSS
  • Network Inventory
  • SDN
  • NFV
  • Network Automation
  • Service Lifecycle Management
  • Telecom Networks
  • Network Management
Secondary Skills
  • Python
  • REST APIs
  • Ansible
  • Terraform
  • Kubernetes
  • Docker
  • AWS
  • Azure
  • GCP
  • Splunk
  • TM Forum
  • ServiceNow
  • Jenkins
  • Microservices
  • CI/CD
Preferred Industry Experience
  • Telecommunications
  • Network Service Providers
  • Internet Service Providers (ISP)
  • Managed Network Services
  • Enterprise Networking
  • Data Center Networking
  • Cloud Networking
Key Competencies
  • Network Architecture
  • Telecom OSS/BSS
  • Service Orchestration
  • Network Automation
  • Enterprise Integration
  • SDN/NFV
  • Inventory Management
  • API Integration
  • Cloud Networking
  • Technical Leadership
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Vendor Management
  • Operational Excellence

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