Engineering & Delivery activities within Data Core including but not limiting for the low level design, implementation, delivery and optimization of Data Core systems and networks in Greece to lead transformation projects such as Spring 2, Spring 3 or Cosmos that will evolve the Core network into NFV/virtualization/cloudification and support state-of-the-art services such as VoLTE, NBIoT, 5G or MEC including but not limited to EPC, MME, PCRF, TMF, Clean Pipe, Radius, DPI, MSP and CORE optimizers, together with 5G elements such as AMF, SMF, UPF, PCF, NRF, etc.

Manage relationships with local counter parts in the cluster countries, in particular network operations, marketing and other local teams for the implementation of network capacity management or configuration activities, special projects and commercial products or the handling of emergency situations.

Optimisation activities within Data Core and performance analysis and improvements devised as necessary to delight our customers with the best network service.

•   Local in-country implementation of the Data Core Network Evolution Plan

  o   Align and steer local engineering implementation in the cluster countries to the regional strategy and roadmap

  o   Delivery of the engineering strategy for Data Core

•   Ownership and maintenance of the country Data Core Low Level Design

•   Detailed Engineering of complete DATA CORE NW in the country including Packet switch and data platforms.

•   Direct management of the interface with regional and local in-country operations teams

•   Defining, planning and scheduling all data core network activities and interventions

•   Being accountable for those activities and analysing/reporting relevant issues concerning risk, cost/benefit, effectiveness and efficiency

•   Optimisation activities looking for the best data performance.

•   Data core budget execution in the cluster countries.

Who you are

•   Deep sensitivity to and experience with operational and execution challenges and issues coming from the countries constituting the cluster

•   Create an end-2-end visibility and comprehension of Data Core networks and issues in the specific countries of the cluster

•   Identifying/understanding the best opportunities for in country improvements within Data Core in line with regional strategy, analysing potential risks of that strategy for these specific countries and supporting Planning Design and Dimensioning team to adjust/improve the plan if needed.

•   Strong established relationships with stakeholders in the cluster countries, namely with local operational and commercial/demand teams and stakeholders. 

•   University degree: telecommunication degree with more than 3/5 years of experience.

•   Solid knowledge of NW design / architecture and CORE NW experience 

•   Operational experience

•   Good stakeholders management 

•   Strong performance & customer orientation 

•   Ability to work across multi-functional and cultural boundaries to deliver results/change

•   Results oriented.

•   Exposure to operational environments and projects

•   Established networking in the countries of the cluster.

•   Data service performance management experience

•   Established networking or closeness with other engineering domains also deeply impacting performance such as transmission, radio, etc.

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.

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 

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