Senior Digital & OSS E2E Solution Designer

at  Vodafone

WHO YOU ARE

• Degree in engineering, telecommunications, computer science or a similar qualification and at least 5 years of professional experience in IT architecture, solution architecture and/or software development;
• Experience of working in an architecture / solution design role, developing architecture concepts around OSS/ BSS/ digital technology disciplines (i.e., Cloud, Data Analytics, Machine Learning/ AI, Automation, Micro Services, and Integration, Network Orchestration);
• Strong business acumen and organizational abilities to balance strategies against what is functionally, technologically, and financially feasible;
• You are familiar and experienced applying Enterprise Architecture frameworks like TOGAF;
• You demonstrate/ apply analytical approach to outline the design options with their multiple angles - ex: technology, cost, time - based on the scope, the requirements, the assumptions, and the constraints;
• Experience working at a strategic level with partners and vendors to develop solutions that drive innovation and new business opportunities;
• Story telling ability, you can navigate between the big picture and the details’ views and can explain technical topics/subjects to non-technical colleagues, outline clear reports and other formal documentation required for solution evaluation, design, and delivery;
• Experience of developing and managing Technical Design Authority, implementing best practice around architecture, Lean and Safe /Agile Methodologies;
• Knowledge of telecommunication technologies, processes, network architectures and industry standards;
• Business fluent in English and Portuguese.

NOT A PERFECT FIT?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

WHO WE ARE

You may have already heard of Vodafone - We’re a leading Telecommunications company in Europe and Africa. But what you might not know is that we are continuously investing in new technologies to improve the lives of millions of customers, businesses and people around the world, creating a better future for everyone.
As part of our global family, whether that’s Vodafone, Vodacom or _VOIS, you’ll feel a sense of pride and purpose as you contribute to our culture of innovation. We pursue equality of opportunity and inclusion for all candidates through our employment policies and practices. We recognise and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workspace and we do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social, or marital status.
Together we can

As part of the Digital and OSS Engineering Team, you have the opportunity to work with a multitude of trending technologies and partners, and you can experience how technology can make a difference in organization’s results. You will be part of an E2E Solutions’ Design Team, which is responsible to lead the definition of the digital and OSS Roadmap and agenda and perform the solution design of strategic and complex projects, with the support of a team of OSS Technology Experts. You can collaborate with a super smart team, diverse, motivated, and committed to bring value out of the technologies we deliver.

• As Senior Digital and OSS E2E Solution Design Authority, you work closely with business stakeholders to understand their needs, objectives, and challenges.
• You create and continuously develop the Overall Digital and OSS evolution roadmap that enables the business objectives, driving modernization, consolidation, and harmonization.
• You anticipate and advise OSS management in creating the strategic domain roadmap as well as the mid-/long term Network Evolution Plan.
• You elicit, document, and analyze the business requirements into clear and concise functional specifications for technical teams.
• You collaborate with Technology teams to design solutions that meet business needs.
• You propose innovative and practical solutions to address business challenges.
• You ensure that proposed solutions align with Vodafone’s strategic goals and technological capabilities.
• You work to continuously improve our governance, supported by Enterprise Architecture Framework

As part of the Digital and OSS Engineering Team, you have the opportunity to work with a multitude of trending technologies and partners, and you can experience how technology can make a difference in organization’s results. You will be part of an E2E Solutions’ Design Team, which is responsible to lead the definition of the digital and OSS Roadmap and agenda and perform the solution design of strategic and complex projects, with the support of a team of OSS Technology Experts. You can collaborate with a super smart team, diverse, motivated, and committed to bring value out of the technologies we deliver.

• As Senior Digital and OSS E2E Solution Design Authority, you work closely with business stakeholders to understand their needs, objectives, and challenges.
• You create and continuously develop the Overall Digital and OSS evolution roadmap that enables the business objectives, driving modernization, consolidation, and harmonization.
• You anticipate and advise OSS management in creating the strategic domain roadmap as well as the mid-/long term Network Evolution Plan.
• You elicit, document, and analyze the business requirements into clear and concise functional specifications for technical teams.
• You collaborate with Technology teams to design solutions that meet business needs.
• You propose innovative and practical solutions to address business challenges.
• You ensure that proposed solutions align with Vodafone’s strategic goals and technological capabilities.
• You work to continuously improve our governance, supported by Enterprise Architecture Frameworks