Deputy Manager-Application Development and Support Specialist-Pune

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 highly skilled and experienced Application Development and Support Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert in Kubernetes cluster development and management, with hands-on experience in GCP DevOps environments. This role requires a strong understanding of ETL processes and the ability to develop and optimize data workflows while ensuring platform efficiency and scalability. What You Will Do Design, develop, and manage Kubernetes clusters for scalable and resilient application deployment. - Administer and optimize GCP resources including Dataproc clusters, IAM, VPC, and storage solutions. - Conduct GCP platform capacity reviews and provide recommendations for performance and cost optimization. - Develop and maintain ETL pipelines, ensuring efficient data extraction, transformation, and loading processes. - Analyze and modify existing application logic or develop new logic to meet evolving business requirements. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions and support. - L2/L3 Troubleshoot and resolve application and infrastructure issues in a timely manner. - Document technical designs, procedures, and best practices. Who You Are Minimum 7 years of experience in application development and support. - Expertise in Kubernetes cluster architecture, deployment, and lifecycle management. - Strong hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), especially Dataproc, Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, and IAM. - Proficiency in GCP DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines. - Solid understanding of ETL concepts and experience in building and optimizing ETL workflows. - Proficient in programming/scripting languages such as Python, Shell, or Java. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Excellent communication and collaboration abilities 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 with cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects. - Collaborative and inclusive work environment. - Professional development and growth opportunities. - Competitive compensation and benefits package.