Overview

In this role you will design and engineer the IoT mobile core and IP network components to support Vodafone's IoT and consumer electronics ambitions. You will translate high-level designs into implementable solutions, shaping the IoT reference framework and platform roadmap. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, secure connectivity and performance for the multi-year IoT program. This position offers impact through network design leadership and hands-on integration across complex environments.

Compensaciones / Ventajas

- Hybrid work model
- Bonus on top of salary
- Meal voucher
- Flexible working hours
- Summer schedule
- Up to 20 days remote work (100%) option] ,

Responsabilidades

- Review and challenge HLDs for Mobile Packet Core & IP networks and translate them into LLDs
- Create detailed design documentation with configuration matrices and security guidance
- Develop the Mobile Core network strategy and 3–5 year IoT evolution roadmap
- Oversee capacity management of the network
- Make decisions affecting project schedules and deliverables
- Mentor colleagues and share experience with the team
- Provide timely problem analysis and escalation when needed




- Lead integration and testing activities for new nodes and interfaces (3GPP, DNS/RADIUS/PCRF/IMS)

Requisitos principales

- University degree in telecommunication, electrical/electronic or similar
- Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCIE, JCNIE
- Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting Mobile Core elements (SGSN/CGSN, MME, GGSN/PGW)
- 5+ years with 2G/3G/4G/LTE mobile packet core nodes
- Strong understanding of call protocols, call flows, and mobile products
- Knowledge of 5G technologies and Cloud
- Ability to lead virtual technology teams and manage multiple stakeholders
- Experience with integrating 3GPP interfaces to external nodes
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate SME capability
- Strong network design documentation skills
- Understanding of NFV, OSS/BSS tools, MOP creation
- Knowledge of MPLS and BGP; Linux with scripting (Python, Perl)

- Leadership and mentorship
- Self-motivation and initiative
- Stakeholder management
- Mobile Packet Core routing and architectures (SGSN/CGSN, MME, GGSN/PGW)
- IP networking (switching, routing, firewalls, load balancers)
- Cloud fundamentals

📌 Specialist Core Design and Engineering - Vodafone (Málaga)
🏢 Vodafone
📍 Málaga