OSS Assurance Engineer

About this Role

As an OSS Assurance Engineer within the Networks department, you will be responsible for designing, testing, and implementing Network Management Information Systems for external clients across European Vodafone Operating Companies. Your focus will be on developing IT systems that enable effective monitoring of telecom and IP networks, while also consolidating domain-specific IT systems to enhance service assurance capabilities.

Who are you

You are a highly skilled professional with a strong background in IT and telecommunications. You bring a collaborative mindset, excellent communication abilities in both English and Romanian, and a passion for delivering reliable and scalable software solutions. You are detail-oriented and thrive in environments that require both technical depth and stakeholder engagement.

What you will do

• Design the Service Assurance Software Architecture, including principles, functional blocks, and interfaces.
• Develop tailored IT solutions for each external Vodafone Operating Company, covering application software, hardware, operating systems, and data warehousing.
• Collaborate with external clients to test applications and ensure alignment with their operational needs.
• Define and execute validation activities, including test lists and plans, in partnership with local Vodafone OpCos.
• Deliver high-level and low-level design specifications, test plans, and integration reports.
• Ensure consistency and coherence in software solutions delivered to external clients.

What skills you need

• Deep understanding of IT and network technologies within the telecommunications domain.
• Proficiency in IT development frameworks and domain-specific software tools.
• Experience across the software development lifecycle.
• Strong communication skills in English and Romanian.
• Solid grasp of IT technologies, standards, and design frameworks.
• Familiarity with network topologies and standards.
• Hands-on experience in IT software roles related to network monitoring.
• Experience in both IT development and operations.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Mathematics, or Physics.
• Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience.
• Desirable Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree in a related field.
  • Certifications such as ITIL, eTOM, PRINCE2, PMI, TOGAF.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced architectural design for service assurance systems.
• Cross-functional collaboration with international clients.
• Integration and validation of third-party software solutions.
• Enhanced knowledge of telecom network monitoring tools and frameworks.
• Exposure to global standards and methodologies in IT service management.

About VOIS

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value and enhancing quality and efficiency across 28 countries, and operating from 7 locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain and the UK.
Over 29,000 highly skilled individuals are dedicated to being Vodafone Group's partner of choice for talent, technology, and transformation. We deliver the best services across IT, Business Intelligence Services, Customer Operations, Business Operations, HR, Finance, Supply Chain, HR Operations, and many more.
Established in 2006, VOIS has evolved into a global, multi-functional organisation, a Centre of Excellence for Intelligent Solutions focused on adding value and delivering business outcomes for Vodafone.
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About Vodafone You may have already heard of Vodafone - We're a leading Telecommunications company in Europe and Africa. But what you might not know is that we are continuously investing in new technologies to improve the lives of millions of customers, businesses and people around the world, creating a better future for everyone.
As part of our global family, whether that's Vodafone, Vodacom or VOIS, you'll feel a sense of pride and purpose as you contribute to our culture of innovation. We pursue equality of opportunity and inclusion for all candidates through our employment policies and practices. We recognise and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workspace and we do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social, or marital status.

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- Hybrid way of working: 2 days per week/ 8 per month
- Medical and dental services
- Life and hospitalization insurance
- Dedicated employee phone subscription
- Take control of your benefits and choose any of the below options: MEAL TICKETS/ PRIVATE PENSION/VACATION VOUCHERS/ CULTURAL VOUCHERS within the budget.
- Special discounts for gyms and retailers
- Annual Company Bonus
- Ongoing Education – we continuously invest in you to ensure you have everything needed to excel on the job and enhance your skills 
- You get to work with tried and trusted web-technology
- We let you write your own story by planning vacations: go for a trip, experience new things, have fun and enjoy your 23 days off.
- Special Paternal Program - 4 months of paid paternity leaveWe recognize and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workplace so that we are as diverse as the customers and communities we serve. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, color, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social or marital status. 
Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly? We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align exactly with every part of the job advert, we encourage you to apply as you may be just the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help see how your skills fit in.  
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