Join VOIS in Pune, India as a Global Internet Planning Engineer to support the planning, design, optimisation, and lifecycle management of Vodafone Group's global Internet network (AS1273). This is a full-time, office-based role requiring 7-8 years of experience in Global Internet Capacity Planning and Network Design.
Requirements
Engineering or Science degree in a relevant telecommunications or network engineering field.
7-8 years of experience in Global Internet Capacity Planning and Network Design.
Strong knowledge of Layer 3 networking technologies, Internet infrastructure, and Juniper/Cisco routing platforms.
Experience with transmission networks, DWDM, OTN, data centre connectivity, and inventory/workflow management platforms like Cramer or MORI.
CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, or equivalent networking certification is preferred.
Skills & Responsibilities
Layer 3 networking & routing: Monitor Internet network traffic demand, plan bandwidth upgrades, and lead capacity planning for Vodafone's global Internet network (AS1273).
Data analysis & reporting: Analyse network performance, prepare capacity reports and dashboards using Power BI, identify traffic hotspots, and develop resilience plans.
Network design & delivery: Produce solution designs, Bill of Quantity (BoQ), and Bill of Material (BoM) for network expansion, device deployment, and infrastructure upgrades.
Automation & low-code development: Contribute to automation initiatives, workflow simplification, and develop Power Apps and Power Automate solutions for cost and inventory management.
Potential transition routes: People from Network Engineering, Transmission Planning, or IP Core Operations roles may bring strong routing, traffic analysis, and infrastructure management skills, alongside meeting the required 7-8 years of internet planning experience and networking certifications.
Job description
Who we are
VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation. As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability. We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture
About this Role
We are seeking an experienced Global Internet Planning Engineer to support the planning, design, optimisation, and lifecycle management of Vodafone Group's global Internet network (AS1273). This role is ideal for a network professional with strong expertise in Internet capacity planning, Layer 3 network design, traffic analysis, and telecommunications infrastructure. The successful candidate will work closely with global stakeholders, transmission teams, engineering teams, and local operating companies to deliver resilient, scalable, and cost-effective network solutions while contributing to automation and continuous improvement initiatives
What you’ll do
•Monitor Internet network traffic demand and plan bandwidth upgrades to support business and customer requirements. •Lead Internet capacity planning and network design activities for Vodafone Group Internet network (AS1273). •Analyse network performance, prepare capacity reports and dashboards, identify traffic hotspots, and develop resilience plans to minimise service disruption. •Collaborate with transmission and submarine capacity planning teams to design, deliver, and validate new network capacities. •Develop pre-sales network solutions and assess customer traffic profiles to recommend appropriate Internet connectivity solutions. •Deliver project planning, solution design, Bill of Quantity (BoQ), and Bill of Material (BoM) preparation for network expansion, device deployment, and infrastructure upgrades. •Engage with local operating companies, partner networks, engineering teams, and stakeholders throughout the network design and delivery lifecycle. •Support the implementation and configuration of global network nodes through established change management processes. •Plan and deliver network hardware lifecycle management programmes, including equipment refresh, migration, and risk mitigation activities.
•Coordinate software upgrades and hardware modernisation initiatives to ensure network stability and vendor compliance.
•Produce Internet exchange resilience reporting and performance metrics for regulatory and business stakeholders.
•Design optimisation and customer migration solutions that support strategic network transformation and cost efficiencies.
•Review capacity requirements across interconnect platforms including DIAoMSP NNI, SISA, and B2B connectivity environments.
•Support annual bandwidth forecasting, business case preparation, and investment planning activities.
•Conduct traffic analysis for peering and content delivery networks using tools such as Deepfield to optimise network performance and identify growth opportunities.
•Support Internet cyber defence initiatives through traffic monitoring, analysis, and migration activities associated with network protection programmes.
•Contribute to automation initiatives, workflow simplification, and operational efficiency improvements.
•Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) activities for workflow and process enhancements.
•Develop Power Apps and automation solutions for cost management, inventory management, and process optimisation.
Who you are
Engineering or Science graduate with relevant telecommunications or network engineering experience.
7-8 years of experience in Global Internet Capacity Planning and Network Design.
Strong knowledge of Layer 3 networking technologies and Internet infrastructure.
Experience working with Juniper and Cisco routing platforms.
Understanding of transmission networks, DWDM, OTN, and data centre connectivity environments.
Knowledge of network change management processes and governance frameworks.
Experience with inventory and workflow management platforms such as Cramer, MORI, or similar systems.
Ability to interpret network requirements and develop practical, scalable design solutions.
Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving capability, and attention to detail.
Effective stakeholder management and communication skills with experience collaborating across multinational teams.
Experience in Power BI development and data visualisation.
Experience developing solutions using Power Apps and Power Automate.
Knowledge of scripting and network automation technologies.
CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, or equivalent networking certification is preferred.
OSS/BSS platform knowledge or relevant certifications, including Amdocs or Cramer, are advantageous.
Not a perfect fit?
Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.
What's in it for you
Opportunity to work on one of the world's largest global Internet networks supporting international connectivity and digital services.
Exposure to global stakeholders, multinational teams, and diverse network environments.
Involvement in strategic network transformation, optimisation, and resilience programmes.
Participation in emerging automation and digitalisation initiatives that improve operational efficiency.
Opportunity to influence network investment planning, capacity strategy, and technology lifecycle decisions.
Experience working across Internet, transmission, peering, content delivery, and cyber defence domains.
What skills you will learn
Advanced Internet capacity planning and traffic engineering techniques.
Global-scale network architecture and resilience planning.
Network lifecycle management and infrastructure modernisation strategies.
Business case development, forecasting, and network investment planning.
Advanced network analytics, dashboarding, and performance reporting using Power BI.
Automation, workflow development, and low-code application design through Power Apps and Power Automate.
Cross-functional stakeholder engagement and global project delivery practices.
Internet peering, CDN optimisation, and cyber defence traffic management methodologies.
VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment
Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.
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