Customer Data Repository Sr. Engineer

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At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.

What you’ll do

Participate in a wide range of engineering activities related to planning, design, engineering and implementation of the subscriber repository nodes (HLR/HSS/CSDB/EIR/UDM/UDR) including network and services design, planning and budgeting, roadmap development, business case assessment, integration and testing of new nodes and new functionalities, in line with Vodafone Technology Networks recommendations, local market business needs and regional priorities and strategy. 

More specifically the responsibilities include: 

• Detailed design of the technical solutions (Low Level Design) impacting the platforms in scope. 
• The delivery of the infrastructure that meets the requirements of Vodafone customers, business units and operations units, including technical management of the platform vendor throughout the process.  
• Providing support to the product and solution design during the feasibility phase (HLD), where the accountability for the end-to-end technical design is elsewhere (e.g. CPS, EPS, 5G, CoE) 
• Monitoring the capacity of the platforms in scope and plan/trigger expansion decisions when additional capacity is needed. 
• Working together with the Network Architecture team on the evolution and roadmap of the platform, influencing the vendor design in terms of cost, efficiency, reliability, scalability, ease of operation, etc. 
• Delivering the 5GSA requirements in CDR domain after proper alignment with all stakeholders 
• Driving the evolution of the platforms in scope towards the Cloud Native acrhitecture. 

Who you are

• 2-3 years experience in engineering activities within Vodafone or other operator  
• Deep knowledge of Mobile and data signalling topology, interfaces and protocols 
• Engineering knowledge in Voice Core domain 2G/3G/EPC/IMS/5GSA architecture and relevant protocols (IP, MAP, SS7, Diameter, SBI, etc) 
• Proven deep technical skills in the CSDB architecture, including the Database part and the Front- End Application nodes 
• Proven experience and attitude to work in multinational and multicultural teams in a complex large company and matrix environments 
• Basic understanding of the Cloud Native architecture and functions 
• Degree in electrical / electronic / telecommunications, Software, Computer engineering 
• Good degree of autonomy and ability to self-start on complex deliverables in ambiguous situations 
• Problem solving and process improvement skills with the ability to implement tactical and strategic solutions as appropriate 
• Excellent communication skills, ability to explain, enlighten, educate and above all engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. 
• English skills (very good technical written and verbal communication) 
• Can-do approach and flexibility to manage customer requests 

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

• Award-winning work environment -certified #1 Top Employer in Greece
• 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 from abroad
• 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
• Office amenities (subject to the office location): such as restaurant, beauty corner, gym and parking
• Special employee offers and discounts

Who we are

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.

Together we can.