IP LAN Design Engineer Fixed Term Contract

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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 3rd 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. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture About this Role We are seeking an experienced IP LAN Design Engineer to join our IP Engineering team and support the design, delivery, optimisation and quality assurance of IP LAN (Gi/Service LAN), Office LAN and Data Centre network environments across Vodafone European markets. This role is responsible for developing high and low-level network designs, leading implementation activities, driving network harmonisation and standardisation, and ensuring secure, reliable and scalable connectivity solutions aligned with central architecture standards. The successful candidate will work closely with local market stakeholders, operations, IT teams and engineering colleagues to deliver network transformation initiatives and continuous improvements. What you’ll do Design, engineer and deliver IP LAN (Gi/Service LAN), Office LAN and Data Centre network solutions across Vodafone European markets. Develop High Level Designs (HLDs) and Low Level Designs (LLDs) aligned with central architecture guidelines. Lead network implementation, optimisation, testing and quality assurance activities. Design IP connectivity solutions based on business and customer requirements. Manage relationships with local stakeholders, operations teams, IT teams and engineering functions to support network delivery and operational excellence. Support implementation activities, special projects and critical operational situations. Drive optimisation initiatives across IP LAN, Office LAN and Data Centre environments. Execute regional engineering strategies and support country evolution plans. Own country-level IP LAN designs while defining reusable templates and standardised configuration models. Support network capacity, capability and utilisation planning to ensure services perform effectively. Coordinate change planning, scheduling and implementation activities in line with change management processes. Perform testing, audits and acceptance activities for deployed network solutions. Ensure effective handover of accepted solutions to Operations and Maintenance teams. Maintain accurate implementation, testing and quality assurance documentation. Drive network harmonisation, simplification and standardisation initiatives across European markets. Promote innovation and continuous improvement across network environments. Who you are University degree in Telecommunications or a related discipline. Proven experience in IP LAN, Office LAN and network engineering environments. Strong understanding of network design, architecture and engineering principles. Knowledge of TCP/IP networking, protocols, network structures, hardware and network security. Experience configuring and deploying routers, switches, VPN gateways, firewalls, proxies and related technologies. Understanding of routing protocols, VoIP technologies, WLAN technologies, DHCP, DNS and Active Directory. Knowledge of network management, monitoring and performance analysis. Understanding of security concepts including authentication, authorisation, accounting, encryption, PKI, certificates and 802.1x. CCNA certification or equivalent networking expertise. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Experience working across cross-functional and multicultural environments. Project management experience with the ability to coordinate complex activities. Effective stakeholder management and collaboration skills. Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering quality outcomes. Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on innovation and operational excellence. 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 • Hybrid way of working: 2 days per week/ 8 per month • Medical and dental services • Life and hospitalization insurance • Dedicated employee phone subscription • Take control of your benefits and choose any of the below options: MEAL TICKETS/ PRIVATE PENSION/VACATION VOUCHERS/ CULTURAL VOUCHERS within the budget. • Special discounts for gyms and retailers • Annual Company Bonus • Ongoing Education – we continuously invest in you to ensure you have everything needed to excel on the job and enhance your skills • You get to work with tried and trusted web-technology • We let you write your own story by planning vacations: go for a trip, experience new things, have fun and enjoy your 23 days off. • Special Paternal Program - 4 months of paid paternity leave What skills you will learn Advanced IP LAN and Data Centre network design methodologies. End-to-end network implementation and delivery practices. Network architecture governance and standards alignment. Network optimisation, performance analysis and quality assurance techniques. Change management and service transition processes. Cross-functional stakeholder engagement and project coordination. Network harmonisation and infrastructure simplification strategies. Exposure to complex multinational telecommunications environments. 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 identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, 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. Alert Apply for Vodafone jobs only through the official Vodafone Careers website to avoid job scams and fraud. #JDEnhancedByTARA Follow us on social media LinkedIn: VOIS LinkedIn Facebook: VOIS Facebook Instagram: VOIS Instagram