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Senior Optical Automation Engineer (VOIS)

Aggregate function:  Technology
Business Area:  VT Netw. Strategy Archit. Eng.
Posting Country:  Egypt
Date Posted:  26 Apr 2026
Full Time / Part Time:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Fixed Term Contract

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.

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.
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About this Role

We are seeking an experienced optical automation specialist to design, develop, and deliver automated testing solutions across Optical SDN Controllers and Optical Network Elements. This role plays a critical part in enabling remote testing, improving automation maturity, and supporting the integration of optical technologies within a full SDN stack architecture. The role contributes directly to network evolution by improving test efficiency, quality, and scalability within centralised optical labs.

What you’ll do

  • Design optical test scenarios and use cases across Optical SDN and transmission environments.
  • Develop software frameworks and automation solutions for testing Optical SDN Controllers and Optical Network Elements.
  • Create and maintain automated test execution software for area controllers, optical cross-connects, and lab equipment.
  • Enable remote testing solutions and automation capabilities within centralised optical labs.
  • Deliver and maintain methodologies for test automation integrated with SDN stack architectures, including area and hierarchical controllers.
  • Act as product owner for the optical automation test catalogue and manage its lifecycle.
  • Execute and document automated type approval testing for optical technologies and SDN controllers.
  • Collaborate with GDC and OSS teams to support SDN controller integration within virtualised and OSS environments.

Who you are

  • An experienced professional with more than five years of experience in network or test automation.
  • Highly skilled in Python and software scripting for automation use cases.
  • Knowledgeable in optical transmission technologies and protocols, including DWDM and OTN, within multi-vendor environments.
  • Experienced in optical testing methodologies and network process automation.
  • Familiar with SDN concepts, cloud virtualisation fundamentals, and IP/MPLS technologies.
  • A proactive self-starter with strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across diverse, remote teams.
  • Comfortable contributing to innovation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement in network efficiency and resilience.

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

  • Exposure to cutting-edge optical and SDN technologies within a global telecommunications environment.
  • The opportunity to influence how international and local market networks are tested and evolved.
  • Hands-on involvement in innovation-driven automation initiatives that directly impact service continuity and network quality.
  • Collaboration with highly skilled, international teams across network strategy, engineering, and automation domains.

What skills you will learn

  • Advanced optical automation and remote testing methodologies.
  • Deeper expertise in SDN stack integration and virtualised network environments.
  • Product ownership skills through managing automation test catalogues and lifecycle processes.
  • Cross-domain collaboration skills across OSS, SDN, and optical engineering teams.

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, 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 be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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