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# Solutions/Networks Architect

- **Company:** ECS
- **Location:** Newbury, UK
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Wide Area Networks, Wireless Access Point
- **Published:** June 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/solutions-architect/ecs-job107496675

## About the Role

* Extensive experience in solution architecture and design within telecommunications networks, with deep expertise in one or more domains such as 5G SA Core, IMS/VoLTE, Packet Core, HSS, Messaging or OSS.
 * Demonstrable experience across multiple network disciplines, with the ability to design and deliver solutions spanning more than one technical domain (e.g., Voice, Data, Core Networks, Service Delivery or RAN).
 * Strong understanding of telecommunications architecture frameworks, network strategy development and the governance processes required to deliver complex transformation programmes.
 * Proven ability to gather, analyse and document business and technical requirements, producing high-quality solution designs and architectural artefacts.
 * Broad knowledge of emerging connectivity technologies, including RAN, Fixed Line Networks, FWA, SD-WAN and enterprise networking solutions, with the ability to evaluate their application within a wider network ecosystem.

## Description

ECS Resource Group are currently working in partnership with a global managed service provider, assisting them with the search for a Solutions Network Architect on a contract basis. The successful candidate will be working with a Telecoms end client across various projects., * Lead the end-to-end solution design and technical governance of complex telecommunications projects, acting as a Design Authority across Core Network domains including 5G SA Core, IMS/VoLTE, Packet Core, Messaging, HSS and OSS environments.

 * Assess new business initiatives, project concepts, and emerging technologies, ensuring alignment with network strategy, architectural standards and long-term business objectives.
 * Define, curate, and manage business and technical requirements, translating high-level concepts into robust, scalable and commercially viable network solutions.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, providing technical leadership from solution conception through design, implementation and delivery.
 * Support the evolution of network capabilities across both mobile and fixed connectivity services, including Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), SD-WAN, enterprise networking and corporate access solutions.


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