What you’ll do
The purpose of this role is to plan and design the best IP/MPLS transport network for all Vodafone services
Key accountabilities:
1. Plan and design IP/MPLS networks for high-capacity transport, ensuring optimal performance and security
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define network requirements and develop effective solutions including, but not limited to, mobile/fixed network aggregation, business services and internet routing
3. Conduct network assessments and capacity planning to accommodate future growth and technology advancements - develop and manage deployment plans
4. Stay updated with the latest networking technologies, protocols, and trends to provide proactive solutions
Who you are
5. Engineering degree (BSc/MSc) in Telecommunications, Computer Science or a related field
6. Mandatory spoken/written fluency in English
7. Cisco/Nokia certifications not mandatory but will be valued
8. A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in IP network engineering, specifically with IP/MPLS networks.
9. In-depth knowledge and experience with Cisco and Nokia networking equipment. Focus on high-end platforms is preferred
10. Strong understanding of networking protocols, including ISIS, BGP, MPLS, QoS, MPLS/SR-TE, L2VPN/EVPN
11. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
12. Experience collaborating in/with multi-country teams