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Vodafone • Madrid, Spain

Core Network Engineer

Job Description

Would you like to be part of our new adventure? Vodafone Group launched its new technological HUB in 2021, an international center of excellence dedicated to research and development of technical solutions, such as Secure Networks, 5G and 6G development, Open RAN, IoT, MPN & MEC and UCC for Vodafone Business, platforms and enterprise solutions.

This vacancy is part of VOIS Spain, legal entity part of Vodafone Group.

Come and join us to create the future together!

For the role of Specialist Core Design and Engineering- IMS Platforms we are looking for candidates with a broad range of skills. The responsibilities include:

  • Drive the delivery and evolution of the E2E services for fixed, mobile and converged services, working closely with Commercial and Technology stakeholders, considering holistic business requirements and cutting-edge technology
  • Manage the Cloud Native environment used for the IMS services development and deployment
  • Grant the services certification process to ensure the appropriate quality in the delivery phase, delivering high quality products and solutions
  • Maintaining the domain infrastructure throughout its lifecycle in order to ensure services are delivered at the required level of availability and performance through pro-active service assurance, and ensure end-to-end service reliability, monitoring and performance
  • Stimulate the identification of synergy, harmonization and consolidation activities inside Group Network and ensure consistent introduction of new technologies. Assess new opportunities and new solutions & functionalities.

What you bring

  • University degree in Telecommunication, Electronics or Information Technology
  • Deep knowledge of IMS networks, voice and data signalling topology, interfaces, protocols and of network tracing tools
  • Very good knowledge of virtualization, Docker and Kubernetes technologies
  • Sollid foundation in DevOps tools and Agile methodologies, Continuous Integration & Delivery, GitHub etc.
  • Strong knowledge on Unix/Linux (shell scripting)
  • Capability of planning in advance possible issues which might arise during the project and already preparing possible workaround solutions
  • Essential to have professional level fluency in English (spoken and written)

Please, apply with an English version of your CV.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model
  • Bonus on top of the gross salary.
  • Meal voucher (Ticket Restaurant), additional to gross salary.
  • Flexible working hours from Monday to Thursday, and an intensive schedule on Fridays.
  • Intensive Summer Schedule during July and August.
  • Up to 20 days per year of 100% remote work from other locations.
  • Private Health and Life Insurance for employees.
  • 25 vacation days, plus December 24th and 31st off.
  • Optional Pension Plan.
  • Access to an online learning platform for continuous training.

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Why Vodafone?

At Vodafone, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We take pride in our commitment to providing equal opportunities to individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We firmly believe that diversity includes a spectrum of experiences, and we welcome and support individuals with functional diversity.

Our mission is to create an accessible workplace where all team members can thrive, regardless of their unique abilities or challenges. We are committed to making reasonable accommodations to ensure that everyone can fully participate and excel in our organization. We value the unique perspectives and talents that individuals with functional diversity bring to our team and consider them an integral part of our success and innovation.

We recognize and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workplace so that we are as diverse as the customers and communities we serve. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social or marital status.

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job advert, we encourage you to apply as you may be just the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help see how your skills fit in.

Company benefits

UK (28), India (22), Egypt (21), Hungary (20), Romania (20), Albania (22), Turkey (14) days annual leave + bank holidays
Work from anywhere scheme – work for up to 20 days/year abroad (dependant on country)
Annual bonus – dependant on company performance
Employee discounts
Personal development days – once per quarter
Learning platform – access to Harvard Business Publishing, MIT Horizon and Skillsoft
Enhanced maternity leave – 16 weeks (paid) with a phased return to work over 6 months
Enhanced paternity leave – 16 weeks (paid) with a phased return to work over 6 months
Volunteer days – up to 5 days
Coaching – access to a free certified internal pool of coaches
Mentoring
Carer’s leave
Adoption leave – 16 weeks (paid) with a phased return to work over 6 months
Enhanced sick days
Mental health platform access
Mental health first aiders
Employee assistance programme
Complimentary Medical Services – 24/7 online doctor service
Compassionate leave
Home office set up
Buddy scheme
Referral bonus
Early finish Fridays
Buy or sell annual leave
Cycle to work scheme
Life insurance
Sabbaticals
Salary sacrifice
Share options
Teambuilding days
Faith rooms
Enhanced pension match/contribution
LinkedIn learning license

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