Fixed Network Planning Expert

About the role

VOIS, the strategic arm of Vodafone Group, is looking for a Fixed Network Planning Expert to lead the assessment, design and planning of fixed network services across multiple technologies and vendors. The role will ensure scalable, efficient and high‑quality network solutions while working closely with cross‑functional teams to support service innovation and operational stability.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to technical assessment, planning and design of fixed network solutions aligned with product catalogue, strategy and architecture.
• Gather and analyse business and customer requirements to determine technical feasibility.
• Support technical migrations and solution delivery in partnership with technology teams and operations.
• Act as the technical representative on project teams, ensuring alignment with stakeholder and customer expectations.
• Develop low‑level designs and produce comprehensive solution documentation.
• Prepare annual planning activities based on business forecasts, optimizing resource allocation within budget constraints.

Required profile

• Proven experience in fixed network and enterprise planning within a service‑provider environment.
• Strong knowledge of fixed network technologies, planning, implementation and service roll‑out.
• Degree in Electronics, Telecommunications Engineering or equivalent.
• Professional certifications such as CCNP, CCIP or equivalent in IP networking.

Required skills

• IP networking and WAN access technologies (xDSL, Ethernet, SDH).
• Advanced knowledge of IP backbone protocols: RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, ISIS, BGP, MPLS, VPN.
• Quality of Service (QoS) concepts.
• CCNP certification.
• CCIP certification.