OSS PASSIVE PROBING SOLUTION ENGINEER - PuneVOIS

Job description

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 a skilled OSS Passive Probing Solution Engineer to design, implement, and manage network visibility solutions across legacy and cloud environments, supporting critical Vodafone services including 2G, 4G, 5G, IMS, and VoLTE. The role focuses on delivering digital transformation initiatives, integrating modern and legacy systems, and ensuring robust service monitoring, capacity planning, and platform lifecycle management while collaborating with global stakeholders. What you will do Implement passive probing solutions for control and user plane monitoring across 2G, 4G, 5G, IMS, VoLTE, and VoWiFi Perform platform capacity planning, provide recommendations, define budgets, and establish timelines Manage lifecycle activities of hardware and software platforms, including impact assessments and phase-out planning Design solutions for new service monitoring requirements, platform upgrades, and infrastructure migrations Drive project execution, including planning, stakeholder communication, vendor coordination, and risk mitigation Maintain and update technical documentation such as HLD, LLD, IP designs, SOPs, and infrastructure records Contribute to RFQ responses, assessments, and proof-of-concept (PoC) activities for passive probing tools Who you are Experienced professional with 4–7 years in passive probing design or implementation Knowledgeable in tools such as Netscout, Anritsu, or Oracle, along with network visibility solutions like Gigamon, Keysight, or Cubro Strong understanding of telecom protocols including SIP, Diameter, GTP, RTP, and interfaces across mobile core technologies Familiar with IP networking, virtualisation (VMware), NFV, CNF, and container technologies such as Docker Capable of delivering projects remotely with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Holds a graduate or postgraduate qualification; professional certification in passive probing is advantageous 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: Opportunity to work on global telecom transformation projects including 5G SA, IoT, and enterprise platforms Exposure to large-scale, multi-market network environments and advanced OSS ecosystems Collaborative work culture with cross-functional and international teams Remote working model supporting flexibility and work-life balance Opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and process improvements within Vodafone’s digital journey What skills you will learn Advanced expertise in passive probing technologies and network visibility tools Deep understanding of telecom protocols and next-generation network architectures Experience in large-scale OSS design, implementation, and integration Project management, stakeholder communication, and vendor coordination skills Exposure to cloud-native technologies, NFV, and digital transformation frameworks 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. 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