cloud operations engineer

As a Cloud Operation Engineer, you will be part of the Cloud team, that is in charge for the operations of cloud environment used to virtualize network functions in Vodafone network.

Main responsibilities and activities are:

•  Managing and supporting a mixed environment of Vmware ESX, Tanzu and Openshift Cloud Platforms.

•  Installing, configuring, implementing the Cloud infrastructure

•  Performing troubleshooting, incident management and error handling for cloud platforms.

•  Executing change management, fault management, service request processes.

•  Evaluating new versions, firmware and patches. Implementing major upgrades and security patches regularly.

•  Discussing platform evolution with vendors and design teams

•  Implementing security policies and fixing vulnerabilities on platforms according to the best practices and company procedures. 

•  Periodic monitoring of platforms, performance tuning, capacity planning and trend analysis.

•  Providing assistance in new projects during all stages, including: assessment, planning, designing, initiation, implementation.

•  Maintaining operational readiness, ensuring complete recovery in the event of a disaster. Attend DR tests regularly, update the policies and procedures as required.

•   Incident, change and problem management for Cloud platforms

•   Life cycle management of cloud infrastructure

•   Technology vendors management

Who you are

•  University degree from telecommunications engineering, information technology or equivalent STEM degree with ICT experience

•  At least 3 years experience working in a large, enterprise environment working with problem solving, troubleshooting and analysis processes

•  Good knowledge of Cloud, CAAS/PAAS/IAAS technologies.

•  Excellent working experience on VMware and Redhat Linux.

•  Good knowledge of Storage, SAN, Network 

•  Good knowledge of vROPS, PowerCLI, DevOps tools.

•  System/cloud administration experience with Vmware ESX, Openshift Cloud Platform

•  Good knowledge of automation solutions (Ansible, Git, Python)

•  Preferred (not mandatory) technical certifications (VCTA, VCP, VCAP)

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people 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 still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

What's in it for you

• Competitive pay, bonus & remuneration package 

• Private Health & Medical Insurance 

• Hybrid way of working: a blend of remote and office-based working, including the option to work up to 20 days from abroad 

• Remote work equipment to help you create a comfortable, ergonomic workspace at home 

• Unlimited access to learning resources and trainings 

• Vodafone Parental Leave: 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave to all employees regardless of gender, sexual orientation or length of service 

• Spirit of Vodafone Day: one day each quarter dedicated to your personal development 

• Extra days off: Vodafone Day, Family Day, Volunteering Day 

• Needless to say, we cater for your communication wherever you are 

• Office amenities (subject to the office location): such as restaurant, gym and parking 

• Special employee offers and discounts