System Architect - Telecom APIs & Cloud (Pune, India) - VOIS

## 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.

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## About this Role

We are seeking a System Architect to lead the design and delivery of scalable, reusable, and high-performing technology solutions within the Telco IT landscape. The role involves translating business requirements into robust technical architectures, guiding cross-functional teams, and ensuring seamless implementation of APIs and cloud-based services using modern technologies such as TIBCO, Kafka, Java, and AWS.

## What you’ll do

Translate business and functional telco requirements into end-to-end solution designs and oversee their implementation across multiple teamsDefine and maintain a technical solution design roadmap to enhance reusability and scalabilityDesign, develop, test, and maintain APIs using TIBCO BWCE, Kafka, and Java technologiesDevelop API management solutions for cloud environments, including reusable API proxies and application migrationsImplement traffic management strategies such as load balancing and dynamic upstream routingConfigure plugins, deployment modes, and access control mechanismsLead analytical discussions, perform system health checks, and resolve complex technical challengesDefine and configure data exchange interfaces between services and front-end applicationsPresent high-level and detailed technical designs to solution designers, testers, and DevOps teamsConduct defect analysis, manage incident resolution, and collaborate on production troubleshootingReview code and approve complex pull requests to ensure quality and reliabilityWork continuously with product and engineering teams to break down features and track delivery

## Who you are

Minimum 10+ years of IT experience, including 5+ years in Solution or System Architecture rolesStrong expertise in telco BSS applications and architecture frameworksProficiency in TIBCO, Java-based applications, Apigee, Kafka, and AWS DevOps ecosystemPrior experience as a back-end developer with knowledge of Java, JavaScript, Python, and databases (relational and NoSQL)Strong understanding of telecom frameworks such as eTOM, TMForum, SID, TAM, and business process orchestrationExperience in system design, architecture, and leading cross-functional technical teamsFamiliarity with SAFe Agile methodologiesAdditional experience with tools such as Terraform, ArgoCD, GitHub Actions, Grafana, and security practices like SAST, DAST, and SCA is beneficial

## 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 large-scale telecom transformation programmesExposure to modern cloud-native and API-driven architecturesCollaborative work environment with cross-functional global teamsOpportunities to contribute to strategic technical roadmaps and innovation initiativesContinuous learning through real-world problem-solving and modern technology stacks

## What skills you will learn

Advanced solution architecture and system design in telecom environmentsAPI lifecycle management and cloud integration patternsEvent-driven architecture using Kafka and microservices design principlesDevOps practices including CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and monitoringStakeholder management, technical leadership, and cross-team collaboration

## VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises 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.

With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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