Product Architect with VeloCloud (Bucharest & Iasi)
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.
Technology VOIS Romania is a purpose driven technology excellence centre and one of the largest national IT&C employers, delivering app development, IoT, cloud, data analysis, cybersecurity, network and communications, as well as digital services to Vodafone and all its partners.
About this Role
We are seeking a Product Architect with expertise in VeloCloud SD-WAN and SASE technologies to lead the design and delivery of cutting-edge connectivity and security products for global business customers. This role involves translating complex requirements into scalable solutions, managing technical aspects of vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and security standards. The successful candidate will collaborate across commercial, product, and technology teams, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of enterprise connectivity services.
What you’ll do
• Engage with Commercial, Product Management, and Technology teams to define and maintain a high-quality product backlog.
• Translate functional and non-functional requirements into end-to-end solutions, including cost estimation.
• Own the High-Level Design and ensure alignment with product requirements.
• Act as technical design authority across service models, IT architecture, security, privacy, and compliance.
• Lead technical aspects of vendor management and drive continuous product improvement.
• Enhance the in-life operating model and manage product lifecycle events, including end-of-life transitions.
• Provide strategic technological guidance and contribute to organisational improvement initiatives.
• Deliver technical product collateral including service descriptions, options papers, and solution guidance.
• Review supplier documentation and support delivery teams in aligning with product solutions.
• Conduct impact assessments and contribute to RFx processes.
• Ensure timely and budget-conscious product delivery that meets business and customer expectations.
• Identify innovation opportunities and ensure customers benefit from the latest technologies.
• Create and maintain product documentation and support system architecture and integration.
• Refine end-to-end service models and simplify complex problems for diverse audiences.
Who you are
Essential:
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication and presentation skills
• Expertise in VeloCloud SDWAN, SASE, and traditional routing
• Experience working with internal stakeholders, external partners, and geographically dispersed teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver within strict timelines
• Skilled in handling complex solutions and product lifecycle activities
• Higher education in networking, computer science, or related field
Desirable:
• Knowledge of Mobile and Fixed Networks
• Experience with Agile frameworks
• Proven leadership in telecoms solution design for multinational operators
• Familiarity with cloud-native concepts (AWS, GCP, containers/K8S)
• Understanding of software development, DevOps, API methodology, and gateways
• Exposure to next-gen orchestration and assurance solutions
What’s in it for you
• Hybrid work model with flexibility to work from home
• Access to medical and dental services
• Life and hospitalisation insurance
• Dedicated employee phone subscription
• Discounts at gyms and retail partners
• Annual company bonus
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• Exposure to trusted web technologies
• Opportunity to contribute to transformative technology initiatives
• Flexible vacation policy
• Special paternity programme offering four months of paid leave
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.
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 be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.
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