VodafoneThree - UC Technical Design Authority

Vodafone Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is looking for a UC Acceleration TDA to drive growth in Unified Communications. You will provide technical oversight, support pre-sales teams, and develop solutions for the public sector. Ideal candidates will have experience with CUCM, SIP trunking, and cloud solutions. The role offers a welcoming environment focused on diversity and includes competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Great pay

28 days off plus bank holidays

Paid charity work time

Personalized benefits

Qualifications

• Experience with on-premises CUCM, SIP Trunking, and IP Telephony.
• Familiarity with PKI, 802.1x, and end-to-end encryption.
• Understanding of network architecture and design, including QoS.

Responsibilities

• Assist pre-sales teams in demonstrating innovative solutions.
• Support complex bids providing early risk identification.
• Develop and manage the customer UC Demo suite.

Skills

UC Solution Design

Security and Compliance

Cross Team collaboration

Network Architecture

Cloud Solutions Awareness

Professional qualification e.g., CCNP Voice

Service provider experience

Education

Related professional qualification

Job description

Location

Farnborough, Newbury or Bristol (Onsite)

Working hours

Full time 37.5 hours per week – Mon to Fri

Salary

Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits

Who We Are

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.

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 Vodafone Business Security Enhanced and strengthen the cyber security of the UK's Critical National Infrastructure and public sector organisations.

What you’ll do

The role of UC Acceleration TDA at Vodafone Business Security Enhanced (VBSE) involves driving the growth of the VBSE Unified Communications portfolio by providing technical oversight and collaborating across teams to develop industry-leading solutions for the UK public sector.

• Proof of Concept: Assist our pre-sales teams in demonstrating innovative solutions.
• Bid Support: Support complex bids providing early risk identification and bridging stakeholder gaps.
• Customer UC Demo Suite: Develop and manage the customer UC Demo suite.
• UC Advocacy: Champion UC within the department to encourage adoption.
• Expert technical support: Provide support to VBSE projects (third line)

Who you are

• UC Solution Design: Experience with on-premises CUCM, SIP Trunking, IP Telephony, and Secure Gateway solutions.
• Security and Compliance: Familiarity with PKI, 802.1x, and end-to-end encryption (including Next Generation Encryption).
• Cross Team collaboration: Experience working across teams developing technical solutions.
• Network Architecture: Understanding of network architecture and design, including QoS and LAN technologies.
• Cloud Solutions Awareness: Knowledge of cloud solutions such as Teams/Webex
• Related professional qualification e.g., CCNP Voice/ experience in a similar role
• Proven service provider professional experience with an architectural or senior design/development role
• Eligible to obtain and maintain enhanced security clearance.

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly?

We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

What we offer

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. The URL is not included here in this formatted content.

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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