Senior Network Inventory SME (TDM / DWDM / SONET / Ethernet Grooming & AI Ops) Location: Remote (U.S.-based) Engagement: Contract 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