Group Technical Architect
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Job Description
Group Technical Architect
Dallas, Texas

Job Summary

Telecom OSS Modernization Architect (TIRKS
Migration)
Job Summary
Lead the architectural transformation of legacy, monolithic TIRKS mainframe systems into
modern cloud and midrange platforms. You will map AS-IS data flows, deconstruct Telcordia
interfaces, and oversee data migration to ensure zero disruption to network order controls.
This is a hands-on architect role that pairs deep mainframe knowledge with a modern, AIassisted
modernization approach — using Gen-AI tooling to accelerate legacy code
comprehension, artifact generation, and migration — while safeguarding the reliability and
integrity of mission-critical OSS provisioning.
Key Requirements
Senior Leader with 15+ years of Telecom OSS infrastructure experience, including
leadership of large, cross-functional modernization programs.
Deep technical expertise in TIRKS circuit provisioning lifecycles.
Strong IBM Mainframe skills (z/OS, JCL, IMS, VSAM, CICS).
Hands-on modern architecture experience (APIs, microservices, AWS/Azure).
Master of SQL, data modeling, and enterprise ETL migration tools.
Proven mainframe modernization experience — led or architected at least one largescale
legacy modernization program using a tiered disposition model (retire, re-host, replatform,
AI-assisted refactor, replace-with-COTS). Familiarity with real-time API
enablement patterns (z/OS Connect, CICS Transaction Gateway, MQ-based
request/reply) and data replication / CDC approaches (e.g., Debezium, Db2) is strongly
preferred.
Applied Gen-AI tooling for modernization — hands-on experience using generative AI
tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Amazon Q Developer / CodeWhisperer, Claude, or
equivalent) for legacy code comprehension, COBOL/JCL analysis and autodocumentation,
test-case generation, and AI-assisted refactoring. Must be able to
define where AI accelerates delivery and where human-in-the-loop (HITL) review and validation are mandatory.
Degree in Computer Science, Telecom, or Network Engineering.
Top Responsibilities
1. System Transformation — Map and migrate legacy TIRKS mainframe systems to cloudor
service-based platforms.
2. Interface Deconstruction — Rewire complex integrations between TIRKS and adjacent
modules such as SWITCH, FACS, WFA, and SOAC.
3. Data Migration — Oversee extraction and validation of critical network inventory, CFAs,
and trunk line data.
4. AI-Assisted Modernization — Establish and govern the use of Gen-AI tooling across
the modernization lifecycle: reverse-engineering undocumented logic, generating
design and test artifacts, and accelerating code refactoring — with appropriate
guardrails, review gates, and quality controls.
Preferred / Nice to Have
Prior experience modernizing Telcordia OSS estates.
Exposure to TM Forum standards (SID, eTOM, Open APIs) for target-state architecture.
Experience building an AI-assisted modernization narrative or accelerator framework for
enterprise migration programs.
Familiarity with legacy data formats and constructs (EBCDIC, COMP-3, copybooks) and
modern data pipelines.

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Maximum Salary (US):  198,000
Minimum Salary (US):  135,000
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Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026 totaled $14.8 billion. 

 

Compensation and Benefits

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 per year.