DC Core Network Service Design Engineer - VOIS

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.

We are seeking an experienced DC Core Network Service Design Engineer to join our centralised Data Centre Network Design team within Vodafone Technology. This role focuses on end‑to‑end network service design for complex data centre and cloud connectivity projects, ensuring solutions align with Vodafone’s group strategy, security zoning, and routing standards. The individual will work closely with architects, subject matter experts, project teams, and regional stakeholders to design scalable, secure, and future‑ready network services.

Own and deliver high‑level design (HLD) documentation for data centre network service solutions.Design and support migration of services from legacy network environments to SD‑WAN, Cisco ACI, VMware NSX, and private cloud platforms in line with Vodafone security and routing standards.Analyse service requirements to create high‑performance, optimised, and resilient network designs.Collaborate closely with regional operating companies, IP‑MPLS backbone teams, and other design functions to ensure harmonised solutions.Forecast future capacity, availability, and performance requirements based on business demand and usage trends.Evaluate multiple solution options and provide clear technical recommendations.Support network service design and operational activities to enable service restoration and seamless connectivity.Manage design aspects of data centre network projects and provide timely, structured updates to stakeholders.Communicate solution strategy and technical concepts effectively in internal and global forums.

An experienced network design professional with extensive hands‑on expertise in data centre network architecture and service design.Skilled in infrastructure and network automation using tools such as Terraform and Ansible, with working knowledge of Python, JSON, XML, Ruby, and YAML.Strong in routing and switching technologies, including IPv4, IPv6, OSPF, BGP, BFD, VXLAN, segment routing, and fabric‑based architectures.Experienced in virtualisation, cloud, microservices, containers (for example Docker), and DevOps‑driven delivery models.Confident working across international, distributed teams in complex enterprise environments, with fluent English communication skills.Able to lead technical discussions, influence design decisions, and present complex ideas clearly to varied audiences.Certified in Cisco technologies, such as CCNA or CCNP Data Centre, with hands‑on experience using Cisco Nexus platforms.

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.

Exposure to large‑scale, global data centre and cloud transformation programmes.Opportunities to collaborate with diverse, international teams across Vodafone Group.A role that encourages innovation, automation, and modern network design practices.A supportive environment focused on continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

Advanced service design approaches for SDN, cloud, and hybrid data centre environments.Deeper expertise in network automation, infrastructure as code, and DevOps‑aligned delivery.Enhanced stakeholder engagement and technical leadership skills in global settings.Broader understanding of Vodafone’s enterprise‑scale network standards and strategies.

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.

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