LEAD JAVA DEVELOPER - VOIS

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.
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About this Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer with overall experience of 10–14 years to design, build, and lead the delivery of scalable, distributed software solutions. This role involves hands-on development, technical leadership of a team of developers, and close collaboration with onshore and offshore solution designers within Agile and DevOps delivery environments.

What you will do

• Work in close cooperation with onshore and offshore Solution Designers to translate architectural requirements into software specifications
• Lead and coach DevOps team members during implementation, including pair programming
• Conduct code reviews to ensure high-quality, clean, and maintainable code
• Actively participate in coding, defect root cause analysis, and defect resolution
• Implement, test, and deploy microservices or self-contained services using Java frameworks
• Document implemented solutions clearly and consistently
• Adhere to architectural guidelines and defined technical constraints

Who you are

• An experienced Java developer with strong expertise in Spring and Spring Boot
• Skilled in implementing and testing REST APIs, applying design patterns, and working with SQL and NoSQL databases
• Experienced in building large, distributed, and scalable systems
• Comfortable working within Agile (Scrum) and DevOps delivery models
• Capable of leading and mentoring a team of 5–10 developers
• Knowledgeable in cloud-based service implementation across public and private cloud environments
• Experienced with continuous integration and test-driven development practices
• Confident in UML and solution documentation
• A collaborative communicator, able to work effectively in international, distributed teams
• Passionate about clean code, unit testing, and delivering high-quality solutions

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

• Opportunities to work on large-scale, distributed systems with real-world impact
• Exposure to international projects and collaboration with global teams
• A role that balances hands-on development with technical leadership
• An environment that values quality, learning, and continuous improvemen

What skills you will learn

• Advanced cloud service implementation across public and private cloud platforms
• Deepened expertise in DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automation
• Enhanced leadership and coaching capabilities within Agile teams
• Broader understanding of security and privacy considerations in enterprise systems

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.

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.
We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.
With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real differenc

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