Senior AI & Automation Engineer (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 AI & Automation Engineer to design, deliver, and govern AI‑driven and automation‑based frameworks that accelerate software delivery for Mobile Core Network Functions across multi‑cloud environments. The individual will define integration standards, ensure Responsible AI compliance, enhance platform reliability, and support global markets by enabling faster, scalable, and secure deployment cycles.

What you’ll do

• Define and maintain AI and automation reference architectures, integration standards, and technology choices across AWS, GCP, and Vodafone Private Cloud environments.
• Build and operate CI/CD and GitOps pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Argo CD / Flux CD, and Kubernetes‑based platforms.
• Govern Responsible AI practices, ensuring data privacy, model transparency, and secure deployment of GenAI solutions, including PEFT and RAG‑based approaches.
• Lead observability initiatives by defining KPIs, implementing dashboards, and enabling proactive monitoring using Prometheus, Grafana, and cloud‑native tools.
• Collaborate with product and domain teams to prioritise automation and AI use cases, guide vendor integrations, and mentor engineers while fostering continuous improvement.

Who you are

• Skilled in CI/CD, GitOps, Kubernetes, and multi‑cloud delivery using infrastructure‑as‑code tools including Ansible, Terraform, and Helm.
• Experienced in AI/ML engineering with strong proficiency in Python, transformers/LLMs, MLOps, vector databases, and production model deployment.
• Knowledgeable in telecom domains and networking concepts, with practical exposure to mobile core technologies and security best practices.
• Strong communicator with proven leadership capability, experienced in Agile/DevSecOps ways of working, stakeholder management, and continuous improvement.
• Adept in designing highly observable, scalable, and resilient platforms using modern monitoring and analytics tooling.

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 with cutting‑edge AI, ML, and automation technologies across multi‑cloud and telecom environments.
• Exposure to global markets, stakeholders, and vendor ecosystems, enabling continuous professional growth.
• Development pathways through certifications in cloud, Kubernetes, DevOps, and Responsible AI frameworks.
• A collaborative environment focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and advanced engineering practices.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced multi‑cloud architecture, GitOps, and platform engineering capabilities.
• Practical implementation of Responsible AI, privacy frameworks, and secure ML deployment techniques.
• Enhanced proficiency in automation at scale, observability engineering, and performance optimisation.
• Broader understanding of telecom network functions, cross‑market delivery, and global customer impact.

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, 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 truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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