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Manager_Kubernetes Architect _Pune

Aggregate function:  Technology
Business Area:  GT Group Data Centres
Posting Country:  India
Date Posted:  8 Oct 2025
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.

About this Role

As a Kubernetes Architect, you will be responsible for developing, building, implementing, and operating 24x7 Kubernetes solutions, primarily within AWS environments. This role supports European-wide internal Vodafone applications and customers, focusing on designing and implementing mission-critical infrastructure services. You will play a key role in transforming Vodafone’s legacy IT infrastructure into cloud-ready and cloud-native solutions, while also managing software-related operations support including level two and level three incident and problem management.

Who are you

You are a cloud technology expert with a strong foundation in Kubernetes and AWS services. You bring a collaborative mindset, excellent documentation and communication skills, and a passion for automation and optimisation. You are experienced in cloud computing or enterprise IT and are committed to continuous learning and knowledge sharing.

What you will do

  • Develop and operate Kubernetes solutions, especially EKS, within AWS.
  • Design and implement AWS cloud infrastructure using Terraform and CloudFormation.
  • Manage Kubernetes networking, DevOps, and lifecycle activities including autoscaling, secret management, and security.
  • Onboard applications to Kubernetes using ArgoCD.
  • Drive automation using CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and ArgoCD.
  • Provide technical consultancy for migrating on-premises applications to public cloud.
  • Support cloud-related programmes and environments.
  • Design and deploy direct connect networks between AWS and data centres.
  • Use Ansible and Python for routine tasks such as user management and security hardening.
  • Conduct peer reviews and maintain coding standards.
  • Train and mentor team members in AWS technologies.
  • Troubleshoot cloud network, storage, and performance issues.
  • Promote DevOps culture and methodologies across the organisation.

What skills you need

  • Expertise in Kubernetes (EKS) and related AWS components.
  • Strong understanding of AWS services: VPC, EC2, ECS, S3, EBS, ELB, Elastic IPs, Security Groups.
  • Experience with Terraform, ArgoCD, AWS CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CodeCommit.
  • Familiarity with HashiCorp Stack, Packer, Bitbucket, Git.
  • Knowledge of monitoring tools such as ELK, CloudWatch, and Datadog.
  • Proficient in cloud technologies (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure).
  • Degree in IT or equivalent.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in cloud computing or 5 years in enterprise IT.

What skills you will learn

  • Advanced cloud architecture and automation techniques.
  • Cross-functional collaboration in agile environments.
  • Enhanced troubleshooting and performance optimisation in cloud platforms.
  • Leadership in DevOps culture and cloud transformation initiatives.
  • Strategic planning and implementation of secure cloud infrastructure.

About VOIS

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value and enhancing quality and efficiency across 28 countries, and operating from 7 locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain and the UK.
Over 29,000 highly skilled individuals are dedicated to being Vodafone Group’s partner of choice for talent, technology, and transformation. We deliver the best services across IT, Business Intelligence Services, Customer Operations, Business Operations, HR, Finance, Supply Chain, HR Operations, and many more.
Established in 2006, VOIS has evolved into a global, multi-functional organisation, a Centre of Excellence for Intelligent Solutions focused on adding value and delivering business outcomes for Vodafone.
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About Vodafone

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.
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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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