Open RAN Solution Architect

Manning Global, an Internationally renowned staffing and managed services organization specializing in providing staffing solutions for leading corporations in AI, IT & Telecoms, Engineering, Digital Media, Automotive and Renewable Energy is seeking a qualified, independent Open RAN Solution Architect Consultant or specialized service provider to support an upcoming project. This engagement focuses strictly on achieving key milestones as per the SOW.

Scope of Work:

• Maintain a strong understanding of the customer's market, regulatory environment, and relevant technical industry trends.
  

• Propose solutions to customer challenges based on the client portfolio, including new solutions with broader market potential.
  

• Act as the customer advocate to the R&D organization by providing customer requirements and rationale for proposed solutions.
  

• Drive the technical sales process and lead the design of comprehensive, complex technical solutions that address customer needs.
  

• Provide consulting and design expertise for complex networking solutions in collaboration with customers.
  

• Initiate proactive customer engagements with existing and prospective clients alongside the Account Manager.
  

• Identify and drive up-sell opportunities throughout the engagement process to support sales growth.
  

• Lead the technical stream for RFI/RFQ/RFP responses, including designing efficient ORAN solutions and required dimensioning.
  

• Lead cross-functional teams of HQ support personnel as required for project delivery.
  

• Provide full product line specifications and maintain deep technical knowledge of the RAN portfolio and underlying technologies.
  

Requirements

• Strong understanding of the customer's market, regulatory environment, and technical industry trends.
  

• Deep knowledge of the evolution of the client's ORAN portfolio and ecosystem, with the ability to propose solutions tailored to customer challenges.
  

• Proven track record in Consultative Presales, working with telecom operators to evaluate, purchase, and deploy large-scale systems.
  

• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical information to internal and external stakeholders, including senior management.
  

• Demonstrated capability to influence customer toward preferred technical solutions.
  

• Willingness to take ownership and accountability for technical design decisions.
  

• Engineering degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Mathematics, Telecoms, or a related discipline (or equivalent relevant industrial experience).
  

• 10+ years of technical experience in the Telecoms industry.
  

• Experience leading virtual teams in solution definition and technical sales execution, with exceptional presentation and planning skills.
  

• In-depth knowledge of Mobile Communications Networks, with emphasis on Radio Access Networks (RAN).
  

• Fluency in written and spoken English.
  

• Flexibility for occasional travel within Europe.