Senior IP Network Engineer [Greece]

 

Role purpose:

The job holder will be responsible for:

• The design and implementation of LAN network capabilities that support reliable and secure hosted

and collaborative services across the whole Vodafone business, mainly focused in Gi/Service LAN,
Management LAN, Data Center and Office IT environments.

• The engineering of the High and Low Level Design, network implementation, testing and quality

assurance activities in the Local Markets network.

• Developing and expanding the team’s technical skills and experience.
• IP connectivity design based on customer demand.
• Network optimization.

Key accountabilities and decision ownership

• Responsible for High Level and Low Level Design engineering and network design optimization

o Drive increased quality of our network end to end
o Provide HLDs, LLDs, define templates, modularize, and industrialize configuration items and their implementation.
o Deploy the network fit for purpose including understanding of how our services/applications layer will run across the network (capacity, capability, utilization)
o Implement segregation concepts
o Conduct proof of concept (POC) validation

• Responsible for optimal implementation process that delivers ensured quality

o Decrease the design and implementation costs and achieve a harmonized & simplified network infrastructure
o Take control over CAPEX budget for the projects including forecast, planning, allocation, approval process, administration
o Deployment of the validated solution to its operational environment
o Planning of Changes and support of Change Management Process
o Supervision of external supporters and 3rd parties
o Quality assurance in the design and implementation process
o Support, Test & Accept/Audit the deployed solution
o Hand over the accepted solution to Operations and Maintenance
o Manage and control the different existing test environments
o Define necessary test catalogues and test plans
o Document test & QA activities
o Drive knowledge transfer and technical skill development within Network Implementation team

• Responsible to ensure a network documentation

o Support the state-of-the art network documentation for the implemented solution that is aligned with Vodafone security guidelines
o Ensure the quality of the documentation
o Support the data population and accuracy of the Asset- and Change Management - Databases

• Responsible to ensure network harmonization and standardization across the Region / the local market

o Harmonize LAN network environments and service
o Drive network standards across local markets
o Drive + Support Network innovations such as SDN

• Collaboration and Teamwork

o Alignment with other engineering, implementation, and operations teams in Vodafone
o Development of harmonized solutions with other Vodafone markets and Vodafone security guidelines
o Share expertise with other network teams across Vodafone

Core competencies and experience

• Business skills

o Cultural understanding and communication skills
o Strong team player and appreciate working in a project organization
o Considerable drive and interest in taking on new tasks and challenges
o Thorough experience in collaboration with the Office IT, Data center, service management and ITIL processes

• In-depth knowledge in the following areas

o Knowledge in networks (TCP/IP, Protocols, Structures, Hardware, Security)
o Knowledge in the area of the installation and configuration of network components (Routers, Switches, VPN Gateways, Firewalls, Proxies and others)
o Knowledge in routing protocols, VOIP technology, WLAN technology, DHCP, DNS, AD
o Knowledge in network management and network analysis
o Knowledge in passive network and Data Centre infrastructure

Must have technical and professional qualifications

• BSc degree and 1-3 years work experience in an IT / network organization supporting large heterogeneous IP infrastructures.
• R&S CCNP or CCNA certifications strongly recommended.
• Goal-oriented and enjoy taking initiative as well as responsibility
• Experiences in project management
• Fluent English oral and written

What's in it for you:

• Competitive pay, bonus & remuneration package
• Private Health & Medical Insurance
• Hybrid way of working: a blend of 60% remote and 40% office-based working, including the option to work up to 20 days from abroad
• Remote work equipment to help you create a comfortable, ergonomic workspace at home
• Unlimited access to learning resources and trainings
• Vodafone Parental Leave: 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave to all employees regardless of gender, sexual orientation or length of service
• Spirit of Vodafone Day: one day each quarter dedicated to your personal development
• Extra days off: Vodafone Day, Family Day, Volunteering Day
• Needless to say, we cater for your communication wherever you are
• Office amenities (subject to the office location): such as restaurant, beauty corner, gym and parking
• Special employee offers and discounts

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