Network Architect

Overview In this role you help shape Vodafone’s connectivity by leading high- and low-level network design, optimization, and deployment. You will ensure end-to-end quality, standardize configurations, and oversee implementation across regions, including virtualization and SDN initiatives. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure a reliable, scalable network while aligning with cyber security and operational standards. This is a hands-on, impact-driven position in a global, diverse environment where your work directly supports innovative services for customers and the business.

Responsabilità

Lead high- and low-level design activities and network optimization to improve end-to-end quality Provide HLDs/LLDs, create templates, modularize configurations, and standardize implementation items Ensure network fit-for-purpose across service layers including capacity and utilization considerations Implement virtualization and segregation concepts; conduct POC validation Manage efficient implementation processes to reduce design/implementation costs and harmonize infrastructure Own CAPEX budgeting: forecasting, planning, allocation, and approval administration Oversee deployment to operations, conduct training, and manage Change Management planning Supervise external vendors and 3rd parties; ensure QA in design/implementation Support testing, acceptance, auditing, and handover to Operations; manage test environments and test catalogs/plans Drive knowledge transfer and skill development within the Network Implementation team Ensure network documentation quality and alignment with Cyber Security architecture Support data population and accuracy of Asset- and Change Management databases Harmonize network standards across regions/local markets and drive SDN innovation Foster collaboration with engineering, implementation, and operations teams across Vodafone Share expertise to develop harmonized regional solutions and contribute to Cyber Security initiatives

Requisiti fondamentali

Academic degree and/or at least 5 years’ experience in IT supporting large heterogeneous infrastructures Experience in project management R&S CCNA or CCNP and Fortinet NSE6 or FCSS; SD-WAN certifications strongly recommended Professional certifications for advanced office LAN management (perimeter protection, traffic control, resilience) are essential Goal-oriented with initiative and responsibility Fluent in English (spoken and written); Italian an advantage Strong team player; effective collaboration across IT, data centers, and service management Analytical mindset with attention to detail Proactive problem-solving and ownership of tasks TCP/IP and network protocols; hardware, security concepts Routers, switches, VPN gateways, firewalls, proxies Routing protocols: BGP, OSPF; VRF, VLAN, STP, HSRP