Vodafone
Senior Orchestration Engineer
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Orchestration Solution Architect – Europe (Multi-National Role) – Vodafone
About the Role
At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity—we’re shaping a better future for everyone. As an Orchestration Solution Architect, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and deploying complex solutions across European markets and Group functions, driving innovation while ensuring alignment with business needs and strategic direction.
This role requires security clearance.
What You’ll Do
You’ll be responsible for:
Solution Design & Architecture
- Design, develop, and deploy advanced orchestration solutions while ensuring full technical functionality meets business and operational requirements.
- Develop and present technical concepts for specialist tasks to expert boards and management, leading global and cross-domain initiatives.
Demand & Requirement Management
- Manage demand engineering and coordinate with stakeholders to align projects with Verizon’s strategic direction.
- Work closely with local stakeholders across Europe to ensure agreed solutions deliver expected functionality.
Automation & Integration
- Design and implement automation tools and frameworks (e.g., using APIs like REST, RESTCONF, Kafka, SOAP/XML).
- Develop Python, scripting languages, and integrate with Cisco NSO, Nokia IBSL, Nokia BPO, and Ciena BPO.
Requirements & Network Orchestration
- Collaborate with network and service designers to define orchestration needs, including support for TMF and IETF network models across Layer 2 and IP VPN services.
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Solution Implementation & Monitoring
- Implement orchestration workflows ensuring high availability and reliability.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for processes, workflows, and configuration.
Performance & Continuous Improvement
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot, and drive continuous enhancement aligned with industry best practices.
Who You Are
We’re looking for a strategic, accountable, and technically versed professional who can:
- Lead with vision – Deliver complex projects while balancing cross-functional priorities.
- Drive innovation – Foster a learning culture with data-driven insights.
- Foster collaboration – Build trust and manage stakeholders in a matrixed organisation.
- Technical Expertise –
- Deep proficiency in orchestration tools (e.g., Cisco NSO, Nokia EMS/BNP, Ciena BPO).
- Strong knowledge of Vodafone products, network protocols, and OSS architectures.
- Hands-on experience in software engineering (agile and waterfall methodologies).
- scripting Python for automation and API efficiency (REST, Kafka, SOAP/XML).
We Value Diverse Perspectives
Vodafone empowers candidates who bring unique experience, whether alignment with all criteria isn’t a hard requirement. Your growth and passion for the role matter more—don’t hesitate to apply!
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What’s in It for You?
Work & Life Balance
- 28 days paid annual leave + bank holidays + flexibility to carry over or exchange 5 extra days.
- 5 charity days per year.
Financial & Health Benefits
- Yearly bonus (10% dependent on performance).
- Private medical & dental care + free health assessments.
- ** giùifi le free gym memberships**.
Retirement & Investment Support
- 10% employer matching on private pension contributions (up to 5% from you).
- Vodafone Share Save Scheme (advance share option plans).
Lifestyle Discounts & Support
- Save on Vodafone retail, cinema tickets, cycling insurance, and season ticket loans.
Who We Are
Vodafone is a global telecommunications leader with a mission: connectivity for good. We believe technology can empower people, protect the planet, and bridge differences—regardless of who you are or where you live.
At Vodafone, belonging is real. We nurture diversity, inclusion, and fairness, ensuring everyone feels valued and able to thrive. If you’d like adjustments (e.g., extended assessment time) during your application, visit: careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/
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