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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 are seeking an experienced digital video testing professional to support end-to-end quality assurance across IPTV, OTT, Cable TV and advanced video platforms. This role focuses on ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple devices and ecosystems, working closely with customers, product teams and internal stakeholders in a fast-paced, global environment.

Execute manual testing across TV, OTT, IPTV, Cable TV and Android TV platforms.Perform test execution for OTT projects across Set Top Boxes, mobile devices, Smart TVs, Apple TV and Fire TV.Analyse requirements and collaborate with clients and product teams to clarify functional and technical expectations.Design, review and maintain test cases and test scenarios.Log defects, perform retesting and validate fixes.Conduct application and network log analysis using relevant tools.Support onboarding and training of new team members within projects.Prepare and share daily status reports with management and stakeholders.

An experienced testing professional with strong exposure to digital video domains including IPTV and OTT platforms.Skilled in testing Cable and Satellite Set Top Boxes across varied environments.Experienced in API testing using Postman or equivalent tools.Knowledgeable in headend and video management platforms such as Kaltura.Confident in network fundamentals, including router/modem configuration, multicasting and bandwidth throttling.Familiar with media ingest processes, nPVR, Video on Demand and EPG workflows.Experienced in end-to-end IPTV configuration, installation and troubleshooting.Proficient with ABR streaming protocols including MPEG-DASH, HLS and HDS.Knowledgeable in DRM and CDN technologies.Hands-on with tools such as Wireshark, ADB, Fiddler and Charles Proxy for log and traffic analysis.Comfortable using Android Debug Bridge and Xcode for iOS testing (desirable).Experienced in system integration testing and reporting tools such as Splunk or equivalent (desirable).Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, techniques and defect tracking systems.A clear and confident communicator with strong written and spoken English skills.Analytical, organised and able to prioritise effectively in a dynamic environment.Comfortable working with local and global customer teams in multicultural settings.A graduate in Computer Science or an equivalent discipline.

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 digital video platforms and cutting-edge technologies.
• Opportunities to collaborate with international customers and cross-functional teams.
• A dynamic work environment that encourages learning, adaptability and innovation.
• The chance to build deep domain expertise within the telecom and media ecosystem.

• Advanced troubleshooting across complex IPTV and OTT ecosystems.
• Deeper expertise in streaming protocols, DRM and CDN integrations.
• Enhanced stakeholder communication and requirement analysis skills.
• Broader exposure to system integration testing and video platform analytics.

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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