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Lead Architect TV Backend

Aggregate function:  Technology
Business Area:  VT Netw. Strategy Archit. Eng.
Posting Country:  Portugal
Date Posted:  31 Oct 2024
Full Time / Part Time:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Permanent

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.

What you’ll do

Vodafone TV is a leading provider of innovative television and streaming services in several countries, offering a wide range of content and an unparalleled viewing experience. We are committed to delivering high-quality TV services to our customers and continuously advancing our technology and content offerings. Vodafone TV leverages advanced technologies, including cloud-based solutions and modern broadcasting standards, to deliver high-quality video and audio content. It often uses a combination of DVB-C, IPTV, and OTT technologies to provide a reliable and robust service.

We are seeking a seasoned Lead Architect to join our Vodafone TV team. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in TV backend architecture, particularly in cloud and serverless environments. This role involves designing and overseeing the backend systems that power Vodafone TV, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and aligned with business objectives. The Lead Architect will also play a key role in guiding the technical direction, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and managing a talented group of architects. Your responsabilities will be:

  • Architectural Leadership: Develop and maintain the architecture for Vodafone TV's backend systems, focusing on high performance, scalability, and reliability;
  • Cloud & Serverless Solutions: Architect and implement cloud-based solutions using AWS and other platforms, emphasizing serverless technologies and microservices;
  • API Design & Development: Lead the design and development of secure, efficient, and scalable APIs for internal and external use;
  • Team Leadership & Management: Manage and mentor a team of backend and cloud architects, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement;
  • Strategic Technical Planning: Translate Vodafone TV's business goals into actionable technical strategies, ensuring alignment across all technical initiatives;
  • Agile & SAFe Methodologies: Implement Agile and SAFe frameworks within the development team, promoting adaptive planning and iterative development;
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, video and client architects, and other stakeholders to deliver integrated and cohesive solutions;
  • Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, driving continuous improvement in our technology stack and development processes.

Who you are

  • Bachelor’s or master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field;
  • Experience: 7+ years of experience in backend development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or architectural role, preferably within the TV or streaming industry;
  • Cloud Expertise: Strong expertise in AWS and other cloud platforms, with practical experience in serverless architectures and cloud-native services;
  • Microservices & API Design: In-depth knowledge of microservices architecture and experience designing scalable APIs;
  • TV Platform Experience: Familiarity with the specific challenges and requirements of developing backend systems for TV platforms;
  • Leadership Skills: Proven experience leading and managing technical teams, with strong communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Agile & SAFe Knowledge: Practical experience with Agile and SAFe methodologies, capable of driving these frameworks within a team;
  • Analytical & Problem-solving: Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive and hands-on approach to challenges;
  • Portuguese/English Language proficiency.

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.

What's in it for you

We want you to feel happy and fulfilled at work, without compromising the other things in life that matter to you. There are lots of ways we support this, including hybrid working and generous parental leave. You'll also get four Spirit Days a year to focus on your personal development and wellbeing, plus a host of other great benefits too.

Who we are

You may have already heard of Vodafone - We're a leading Telecommunications company in Europe and Africa. But what you might not know is that we are continuously investing in new technologies to improve the lives of millions of customers, businesses and people around the world, creating a better future for everyone.

As part of our global family, whether that's Vodafone, Vodacom or _VOIS, you'll feel a sense of pride and purpose as you contribute to our culture of innovation. We pursue equality of opportunity and inclusion for all candidates through our employment policies and practices. We recognise and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workspace and we do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social, or marital status.

Together we can.

Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.

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