VodafoneThree - IP Design Authority

Vodafone Limited; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Holiday entitlement

Pension plan

Parental leave

Job summary

Vodafone Limited in the UK is seeking an experienced IP Design Authority to shape VodafoneThree's transport network. You will design, evolve, and optimise a complex IP/MPLS infrastructure supporting millions of mobile, broadband, and enterprise services.

The role collaborates with engineering, operations, security, and vendor teams to deliver resilient, scalable, and secure network solutions while contributing to long-term network strategy and budget decisions.

Qualifications

• SC Clearance is essential.
• 5+ years of transport network engineering experience in a telecoms environment.
• Strong knowledge of IP/MPLS, SDN, NFV, and cloud networking.

Responsibilities

• Design, evolve, and optimise VodafoneThree's IP/MPLS transport network.
• Lead planning for core, aggregation, and backhaul IP networks.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, security, and vendors to deliver secure, scalable solutions.

Skills

IP/MPLS

SDN

Network engineering

Cloud networking

Telecoms experience

Communication skills

Security standards

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Telecommunications, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Network automation tools

Orchestration platforms

Job description

You'll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you'll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone. We move at pace, because what we're building matters - and we're learning as we go. We're proud of the progress we've made, but we're just getting started. Join our IT teams, which is at the core of our digital future, analysing and operating all our internal and customer-facing systems, with the aim of delivering the best customer experience. None of it would be possible without our innovative teams, creating a connected future with technologies like Cloud, AI and big data.

What you'll do

As an IP Design Authority, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of VodafoneThree's transport network. You'll help design, evolve, and optimise a complex, converged IP/MPLS infrastructure that supports millions of mobile, broadband, enterprise, and internal services. Working across engineering, operations, security, and vendor teams, you'll deliver resilient, scalable, and secure network solutions that contribute to our ambition of providing the UK's best network experience.

• You'll contribute to the evolution of VodafoneThree's IP/MPLS, SDN, and transport network architecture and roadmaps.
• You'll support the integration of legacy Vodafone and Three transport networks, helping to ensure seamless interoperability.
• You'll design and optimise transport network solutions that enhance customer experience and network performance.
• You'll lead the planning and design of core, aggregation, and backhaul IP networks.
• You'll design IP services that operate across VodafoneThree's transport infrastructure.
• You'll contribute to automation and SDN programmes, helping to introduce innovative technologies into the RedStream network.
• You'll support the development and enhancement of network automation, service management, assurance, and configuration platforms.
• You'll drive testing activities across transport infrastructure and services, including the adoption of automated testing approaches.
• You'll help ensure robust capacity planning, lifecycle management, and configuration governance across the network.
• You'll work closely with build, operations, cybersecurity, and engineering teams to deliver successful projects and secure-by-design solutions.
• You'll collaborate with strategic vendors, service integrators, and external partners to resolve technical challenges and support network evolution.
• You'll contribute to long-term investment planning, helping to shape future network strategy and budget decisions., We care about our people's success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.

Need to Know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/reasonable-adjustments/) for guidance. We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements. During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are-your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we're looking for authenticity and can't wait to get to know the real you.

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• SC Clearance is essential.
• A degree in Telecommunications, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Proven experience in transport network engineering, ideally 5+ years within a telecoms environment.
• Strong expertise in IP/MPLS and transport networking technologies, including optical, microwave, SDH, and Ethernet networks.
• Understanding of the different requirements associated with mobile, broadband, and enterprise transport networks.
• Knowledge of SDN, NFV, cloud networking, 5G transport technologies, and emerging network architectures.
• Experience with network automation, orchestration, and operational tooling.
• Familiarity with telecoms regulations, security standards, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound technical decisions in complex environments.
• Resilient and calm under pressure, with a focus on resolving issues quickly and effectively.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across diverse teams and partners.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work across different functions, cultures, and technical domains.
• Customer-focused, results-driven, and passionate about delivering high-performance network solutions.
• We're here to build a network the UK can count on - one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online - we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future's being built - today.

We're creating more than the UK's best network. We're helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress. We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there's space for you here. We're building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves. You'll join a team that genuinely cares - about each other, about our customers, and about the future we're building. From day one, you'll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Why VodafoneThree Join us and you'll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last. We're not just expanding connectivity; we're reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country.