Principal Software Development Architect – rApps (O-RAN)

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Principal Software Development Architect – rApps (O-RAN)

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Design: End-to-end architectural design of intelligent rApps focused on RAN optimization, automation, and management (e.g., energy saving, traffic steering, beamforming optimization).

SMO & RIC Integration

Define and implement robust integration patterns between rApps and the Non-RT RIC / SMO platform using standard O-RAN R1, O1, and A1 interfaces.

Development & Coding

Lead by example by writing clean, scalable, and secure microservices-based code (Python, Go, or Java) and mentoring junior developers.

On-Site Deployment & Delivery

Drive the hands-on deployment, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of rApps directly within live customer network environments or trial labs.

Standardization Compliance

Ensure all software architectures strictly align with the latest O-RAN Alliance specifications (specifically Working Group 2 and Working Group 10).

Customer Consultation

Act as the primary technical point of contact for customer engineering teams, translating complex operator requirements into software architectures.

Required Technical Skills & Experience

• Deep understanding of O-RAN Architecture, specifically Non-RT RIC, SMO, Near-RT RIC, and the O1, A1, and R1 interfaces.
• Proficiency in Python, Go, or Java with a strong background in developing cloud-native microservices.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes (K8s), Docker, Helm charts, and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Experience with Kafka, MQTT, or gRPC for high-throughput data ingestion and messaging between SMO and rApps.
• Familiarity with NETCONF/YANG, RESTconf, and SNMP protocols used in O1 interface management.

Qualifications & Experience

Experience: 8+ years in telecom software development, with at least 2+ years of dedicated experience designing and deploying O-RAN rApps.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Proven Track Record

Demonstrated experience in successfully delivering and deploying rApps at a customer site (lab trials or commercial rollouts).

Soft Skills

Exceptional communication skills with the ability to explain complex architectural concepts to both internal developers and executive-level customers.

Job Responsibilities

Job Description: Principal Software Development Architect – rApps (O-RAN)

What we offer Exciting Projects

We focus on industries like High-Tech, communication, media, healthcare, retail and telecom.

Our customer list is full of fantastic global brands and leaders who love what we build for them.

Collaborative Environment

You Can expand your skills by collaborating with a diverse team of highly talented people in an open, laidback environment — or even abroad in one of our global centers or client facilities!

Work-Life Balance

GlobalLogic prioritizes work-life balance, which is why we offer flexible work schedules, opportunities to work from home, and paid time off and holidays.

Professional Development

Our dedicated Learning & Development team regularly organizes Communication skills training(GL Vantage, Toast Master),Stress Management program, professional certifications, and technical and soft skill trainings.

Excellent Benefits

We provide our employees with competitive salaries, family medical insurance, Group Term Life Insurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance , NPS(National Pension Scheme ), Periodic health awareness program, extended maternity leave, annual performance bonuses, and referral bonuses.

Fun Perks

We want you to love where you work, which is why we host sports events, cultural activities, offer food on subsidies rates, Corporate parties. Our vibrant offices also include dedicated GL Zones, rooftop decks and GL Club where you can drink coffee or tea with your colleagues over a game of table and offer discounts for popular stores and restaurants! About GlobalLogic GlobalLogic is a full-lifecycle product development services leader that combines chip-to-cloud software engineering expertise and vertical industry experience to help our customers design, build, and deliver their next-generation products and digital experiences.

We expertly integrate design, complex engineering, and agile delivery capabilities to deliver superior business outcomes for global brands in telecom, automotive, healthcare, technology, media and entertainment, manufacturing, and semiconductor industries. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, GlobalLogic employs over 25,000 designers and engineers across the globe. Analysts like NASSCOM and Zinnov have recognized us for being a top company in our field, and we are consistently nominated as a preferred employer by both global HR consultative firms and local job boards.

By creating a work environment that is exciting and flexible, and by fostering growth through ongoing learning and development programs, we empower our employees to achieve both their professional and personal goals. At GlobalLogic, we make amazing products — and careers.