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AI Solution Architect Lead

Aggregate function:  Technology
Business Area:  VT Corporate Systems&Analytics
Posting Country:  United Kingdom
Date Posted:  25 Mar 2026
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.

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

Location: Paddington OR Newbury
 
We are seeking an AI Solution Architect to design and deliver advanced AI architectures that support Vodafone’s strategic pillars of Customer, Simplicity and Growth. Based in Spain and working within the Group Technology – AI, Data and Analytics function, the individual will play a pivotal role in driving innovation, enhancing data-driven decision-making, and embedding scalable, secure and reusable AI solutions across the organisation. This role partners closely with data scientists, engineers and cross-market stakeholders, with matrix collaboration spanning the UK, Spain, Germany, VOIS Egypt and VOIS India.

What you’ll do

  • Design and implement AI solution architectures aligned with Vodafone’s technology and business strategies.
  • Collaborate with data scientists, software engineers and multi-disciplinary teams to develop, integrate and optimise AI solutions.
  • Ensure all AI solutions are scalable, resilient, secure and efficient.
  • Apply the latest advancements in AI, machine learning and Generative AI to enhance existing capabilities and introduce new innovation opportunities.
  • Provide technical leadership, direction and architectural guidance to delivery teams.
  • Champion Responsible AI principles, including Ethical AI frameworks and compliance with the EU AI Act.
  • Contribute to efficient delivery of AI use cases and support timely, high‑quality project execution.

Who you are

  • Experienced in AI and machine learning, including hands-on work with frameworks such as TensorFlow and PyTorch.
  • Proficient in programming languages such as Python, Java or C++.
  • Knowledgeable in cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure or Google Cloud.
  • Skilled in data processing and storage technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, SQL).
  • Familiar with DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration and deployment.
  • Strong in analytical thinking, problem-solving and translating complex technical requirements into practical solutions.
  • An effective communicator with excellent collaboration skills, comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
  • Organised and proactive, with a mindset geared towards innovation and continuous improvement.

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 design high-impact AI solutions that shape Vodafone’s strategic transformation.
  • Exposure to global cross-functional teams and markets, enhancing your international experience.
  • Ability to influence cutting-edge AI adoption across a major global technology organisation.
  • A collaborative environment that encourages innovation, learning and professional growth.
  • The chance to work within a function that is central to Vodafone’s future technology roadmap.

What skills you will learn

  • Advanced solution architecture design for enterprise-level AI systems.
  • Hands‑on experience applying Responsible AI frameworks in real-world deployments.
  • Cross-market stakeholder engagement and matrix leadership skills.
  • Deepened expertise in cloud-native AI, MLOps and production‑grade ML engineering.
  • Continuous exposure to emerging AI technologies, including Generative AI and responsible innovation.

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.

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

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