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 third 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.

About this role

We are seeking a Fixed Network Planning Specialist to lead the planning, assessment and design of fixed network services across multiple technologies and vendors. The role focuses on delivering scalable, efficient and high-quality network solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support service innovation, operational stability and future network evolution.

What you’ll do

• Contribute to technical assessment, planning and design of fixed network solutions aligned with product catalogue, strategy and architecture
• Collaborate with senior colleagues to gather and analyse business and customer requirements for technical feasibility
• Support technical migrations and solution delivery in partnership with technology teams and stakeholders across business and operations
• Act as a technical representative within project teams, ensuring alignment with stakeholders and customer expectations
• Develop low-level designs and produce comprehensive solution documentation
• Prepare annual planning activities based on business forecasts, ensuring optimal resource allocation within budget constraints

Who you are

• Demonstrated experience in fixed network and enterprise planning within a service provider environment
• Strong knowledge of fixed network technologies, including planning, implementation and service roll-out
• Experience in IP networking and telecom environments, with an understanding of operational practices
• Ability to translate business needs into practical and scalable technical solutions
• Degree in Electronics or Telecommunications Engineering or equivalent
• Professional certification such as CCNP, CCIP or equivalent in IP networking domain
• Solid understanding of WAN access technologies (xDSL, Ethernet, SDH), IP networking and security networking
• Advanced knowledge of IP backbone protocols including RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, ISIS, BGP, MPLS, VPN technologies and Quality of Service
• Familiarity with programming or automation tools such as Python, C++ or Ansible
• Working knowledge of data centre technologies (e.g. Cisco Nexus, ACI), virtualisation and cloud platforms is 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 large-scale, complex network transformation programmes
• Exposure to cutting-edge fixed network technologies and multi-vendor environments
• Collaborative working culture with cross-functional teams across global markets
• Continuous learning and development in IP networking, cloud and automation technologies
• Ability to influence strategic network planning and service innovation

What skills you will learn

• Advanced network design and architecture planning
• Cross-functional stakeholder management and communication
• Automation and programmability in network operations
• End-to-end service lifecycle management
• Strategic decision-making in telecom network evolution

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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