NETWORK TEST ENGINEER

Job Description Who We Are VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation. As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability. We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture About This Role We are seeking a skilled Network Test Engineer with 510 years of experience in manual testing and a strong foundation in networking protocols and SD-WAN technologies. The role involves testing SD-WAN products, collaborating with architects and vendors, and ensuring product stability through rigorous testing methodologies. Candidates with certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or SDWAN equivalents and knowledge of cloud platforms and automation scripting will be preferred What You'll Do - Perform manual testing of SD-WAN products, including functional, integration, regression, and performance testing. - Apply strong networking knowledge across Layer 2/3 VPNs, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), MPLS, switching, QoS, and tunnelling technologies (GRE, IPsec, OMP). - Use defect tracking tools such as Jira or HP ALM for test planning and defect triage. - Collaborate with architects and vendors to understand product requirements and enhancements. - Work effectively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. - Apply basic automation scripting skills using Robot Framework and Python. Who You Are - A professional with 510 years of experience in network testing. - Proficient in SD-WAN technologies, especially Fortinet and VeloCloud. - Certified or knowledgeable in cloud platforms (at least one certification preferred). - Skilled in manual testing and familiar with defect tracking tools. - Able to communicate and collaborate effectively across teams. - Preferably certified in CCNA, CCNP, or SDWAN. - Familiar with automation scripting and testing frameworks. Not a perfect fit Concerned you may not meet every requirement Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best. What's In It For You - Opportunity to work on cutting-edge SD-WAN and SASE technologies. - Exposure to cloud platforms and automation tools. - Collaborative work environment with global teams. - Continuous learning and development through hands-on experience. Contribution to high-impact projects within the VOIS Testing CoE. What Skills You Will Learn - Advanced SD-WAN and SASE product testing. - Networking protocols and tunnelling technologies. - Automation scripting using Python and Robot Framework. - Defect tracking and test planning tools. - Cross-functional collaboration and agile methodologies. VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment Vodafone recognizes and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background. Join Us At Vodafone, we're working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together. 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