Role: Senior Network Inventory SME (TDM / DWDM / SONET / Ethernet Grooming & AI Ops) / Location: Remote

[gir...@vrntech.us]

Hi All,

 

Please find the position below and let me know if you are interested.

 

 

Role: Senior Network Inventory SME (TDM / DWDM / SONET / Ethernet Grooming & AI Ops)

Location: Remote

Duration: 12+ Months

 

 

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 Telecordia/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.

 

 

Thanks & Regards,

 

Girish Vanukuri

VRN Technologies LLC

1908 Yaupon Trail, Suite 203, Cedar Park, TX 78613

Email: gir...@vrntech.us 

Website: www.vrntech.us

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/girish-vanukuri-98b208113/