IMS Solution Architect

## Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.

## What you’ll do

Lead network solution and software engineering activities to assess, design, plan, implement and evolve IMS network solutions & products, aligned with market priorities, technology evolution, business strategy, international standards, security/quality assurance, business continuity, regulation frameworks and customer experience excellence.

More specifically, you will:

• Lead IMS Core Network evolution, driving design and optimization through Cloud Native, Digital Automation, AI integration, API implementation and other innovative technologies.
• Lead Feasibility Analysis during demand assessment and drive High/Low Level Solution Design (HLD/LLD) during implementation.
• Lead IMS network planning and software engineering, addressing traffic growth and performance KPIs while optimizing network quality, customer experience, operational simplicity and ROI.
• Drive harmonization of IMS design, planning and deployment across markets, ensuring consistent technology introduction and evolution.
• Contribute to IMS software application strategy and roadmaps, ensuring solutions meet company needs for cost, efficiency, reliability, scalability and operational simplicity.
• Support TRS definition and vendor/supplier evaluations during RFI/RFQ negotiations for local and centralized IMS network evolution.

## Who you are

You thrive in an international, cross-functional and multicultural environment, driving innovation, adapting to change and delivering positive business impact.

Education

• Degree in Electrical/Electronic, Telecommunications or Software Engineering.
• Excellent written and spoken English. German language is a plus.

Experience & Skills

• Deep knowledge of IMS architecture, networking, protocols and solutions, including tracing tools, vendor documentation, HLD/LLD and international standards.
• Strong IMS engineering experience within telecom operators, covering mobile/fixed services, network planning, dimensioning, solution design and new technology adoption.
• Understanding of telecom market, regulatory framework and technology evolution.
• Technical leadership in complex cross-functional projects, including end-to-end Solution Authority, design decisions and tactical/strategic solution assessment.
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing, negotiation, communication, planning and decision-making skills, including engagement with senior business stakeholders and suppliers.
• Software engineering and AI adoption skills, with strong interest in continuous up-skilling and re-skilling around new technologies.
• Customer Orientation, resilience, empathy and experience with agile ways of working.

## Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

## What's in it for you

• Award-winning work environment -certified #1 Top Employer in Greece
• Competitive pay, bonus & remuneration package
• Private Health & Medical Insurance
• Hybrid way of working: a blend of remote and office-based working, including the option to work from abroad
• Unlimited access to learning resources and trainings
• Vodafone Parental Leave: 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave to all employees regardless of gender, sexual
• orientation or length of service
• Spirit of Vodafone Day: one day each quarter dedicated to your personal development
• Extra days off: Vodafone Day, Family Day, Volunteering Day
• Office amenities (subject to the office location): such as restaurant, beauty corner, gym and parking
• Special employee offers and discounts

In accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation as of 1/11/2026, candidates will be informed, within a reasonable period before their first interview, of the initial remuneration for the position for which they have applied, as determined on the basis of objective and gender-neutral criteria.

## Who we are

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.

Together we can.