Senior Solution Architect - Telco Cloud & Network Automation

ALTEN Group, European leader in consulting for advanced technologies in the engineering and ICT field, is listed on the Paris Stock Exchange and has more than 54,100 employees in more than 30 countries worldwide.

ALTEN offers to the market services related to the world of engineering, information technology, telecommunications and life sciences, with several centers of excellence including digital, business intelligence, testing, training, ITSM, IoT, hw, embedded sw, quality and CSV.

The strength of ALTEN is based on the competence and professionalism of technical and managerial profiles, which are selected and trained with structured paths.We are looking for a senior Solution Architect to help Alten Italy strengthen its positioning in Telco transformation programs, with a specific focus on OSS and adjacent operational / digital platforms.

We are seeking a Senior Solution Architect to help build and scale Alten Italy’s Telco transformation capabilities in Cloud, Automation, and Network Operations . This is not a role for maintaining the status quo—it’s a build-up opportunity within a high-potential growth initiative focused on major telecom operators .

You will play a key role in:

• Shaping Alten’s value proposition in Telco Cloud and Network Automation.
• Supporting strategic bids and engaging with senior client stakeholders.
• Transforming fragmented technical capabilities into structured, credible offers.

This role is ideal for someone who combines deep architectural expertise , Telco domain knowledge , and the ambition to build something meaningful from the ground up .

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Key Responsibilities

Solution Architecture & Pre-Sales

• Define solution architectures in Telco Cloud, Network Automation, and related transformation domains.
• Translate client needs into structured solution approaches, delivery models, and value propositions.
• Contribute to the creation of offer frameworks and reusable architectural assets.

Client & Engagement

• Work closely with Business Managers and senior commercial stakeholders to strengthen Alten’s credibility in transformation discussions.
• Support bid qualification, solution design, risk assessment, and costing logic .
• Engage with client technical stakeholders , up to CTO/transformation leadership level.

Ecosystem & Capability Development

• Identify ecosystem needs and technology partnerships relevant to end-to-end opportunities.
• Bridge Engineering’s traditional network footprint with higher-value, cloud-enabled, and automation-led services.
• Act as an internal reference point for Cloud/Automation topics within the Telco perimeter.

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Technical Requirements

Must-Have

8+ years of experience in telecom, network transformation, cloud transformation, or adjacent technology consulting/architecture roles.

Solid experience in at least two of the following areas:

• Telco Cloud / NFV / CNF environments
• Cloud-native architectures
• Network Automation / orchestration (e.g., ONAP, OSM, Ericsson MANO)
• SDN / virtualization / network programmability
• Operational automation in RAN / IP / Core domains

Proven experience in solution design for medium-to-large, complex environments.

Ability to structure end-to-end solution approaches , including:

• Architecture
• Operating model
• Transition logic
• Risks / dependencies

Strong understanding of telecom operator environments and constraints.

Familiarity with managed services, outsourcing, and SLA-based delivery models .

Experience supporting bids, RFP/RFQ responses, or complex pre-sales cycles .

Fluent English .

Nice-to-have

• Experience with hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, GCP) or hybrid cloud ecosystems.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes / OpenShift / OpenStack in Telco contexts.
• Exposure to AIOps, observability, or data-driven operations .
• Certifications in cloud or automation platforms .
• Previous experience with major operators or vendors in Italy or Europe .

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This role is perfect for candidates who want to:

Move from technical contribution to strategic impact – Shift from execution to shaping Alten’s Telco transformation journey .

Build a capability with market ambition – Help create a differentiated offering in Telco Cloud & Automation.

Work in an entrepreneurial environment – More growth-focused than a standard corporate architecture role.

Own their trajectory – Enjoy initiative, ownership, and recognition for contributions.

Be measured on business impact – Success isn’t just about delivery; it’s about market credibility and growth .

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What Success Looks Like

In the first 12 months, the person is expected to:

• Become a credible architectural reference on Telco Cloud & Automation.
• Support qualification and shaping of priority opportunities .
• Contribute to structured solutioning for key bids .
• Strengthen client perception of Alten as a mature transformation partner.

At Alten Italy, you won’t just be part of the team— you’ll help define its direction . If you’re ready to elevate your career while shaping the future of Telco transformation, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and let’s build something extraordinary together!