Senior DevOps Engineer

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 a DevOps Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimisation of secure, reliable, and scalable Kubernetes-based platforms. This role involves creating production-ready solutions for hosting applications in private cloud environments, enabling faster delivery of modern applications across Vodafone’s global footprint. You will work closely with product teams to enhance developer experience and streamline operational processes.

What you will do

• Build, operate, and continuously improve Kubernetes (EKS) platforms for security, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Design and maintain reusable Infrastructure as Code stacks using Terraform for AWS services.
• Provide self-service capabilities for developers through standardised templates, deployment pipelines, and infrastructure provisioning.
• Develop automation and internal tooling (Python/Bash) to eliminate manual tasks and accelerate delivery.
• Implement and enforce security guardrails, including IAM least privilege and secrets management.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Git-based workflows and tools like GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, and Jenkins.
• Embed observability by default, including logging, metrics, alerting, and tracing for robust service management.
• Collaborate with product teams to improve developer experience and reduce operational overhead.

Who you are

• Experienced in system integration and implementation of DevOps tools and Kubernetes/Docker environments.
• Skilled in managing migrations, upgrades, and troubleshooting across UNIX/Linux platforms.
• Proficient in scripting and automation using Python, Ruby, or Go.
• Familiar with AWS services, networking, IAM, and security best practices.
• Knowledgeable in microservices architecture, databases (Postgres, DynamoDB, Cassandra), and CI/CD pipelines.
• ITIL Foundation certification and Remedy background 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 cutting-edge cloud and DevOps technologies in a global environment.
• Exposure to large-scale Kubernetes deployments and AWS infrastructure.
• Collaborative culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Career growth through challenging projects and cross-functional partnerships.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced Kubernetes and container orchestration techniques.
• Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and AWS services.
• CI/CD pipeline design and automation strategies.
• Security best practices for cloud-native environments.
• Observability and monitoring for high-availability 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, 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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