Why work for us:

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future A more connected, more inclusive, and more sustainable world. We believe technology is only as powerful as the people using it to create a better tomorrow:

Role Overview:

As a Wholesale Solutions Architect, you will:
Own end to end technical design for MVNO partners across Vodafone Ireland
Act as the trusted technical authority for new and existing wholesale relationships
Translate complex network and IT capabilities into scalable, commercial solutions
Lead virtual, cross functional teams from concept through delivery
Play a visible role in winning, onboarding and growing new wholesale business

Role Purpose:

You are the technical authority for Vodafone Ireland’s wholesale and MVNO solutions. You design and deliver end to end architectures that enable partners to grow on Vodafone’s network, while ensuring solutions are scalable, secure and aligned to Vodafone’s long term technology strategy.
You work at the intersection of business, IT and core network domains — influencing decisions, simplifying complexity, and ensuring solutions are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

Essence of the Role – Key Accountabilities:

Lead end to end solution design for new and enhanced wholesale products and capabilities
Act as a key decision maker and design authority within agreed governance
Assess business and operational impacts of technology designs and guide stakeholders accordingly
Coordinate programmes of work across Vodafone and partner organisations
Build strong relationships with internal teams and third party vendors to ensure efficient, cost effective delivery

Architecture & Design
Design end to end MVNO solutions across IT and Core Network domains
Own solution integrity from concept through to live service
Ensure designs align with Vodafone architectural principles and technology roadmaps

Partner Engagement
Work directly with MVNO and MVNE partners as a trusted technical advisor
Translate partner requirements into viable, cost effective Vodafone solutions
Provide consultancy on new technologies and their enablement within MVNO architectures

Delivery & Governance
Lead virtual, cross functional teams across Business and Technology functions
Manage dependencies, risks and trade offs, escalating where appropriate
Minimise technical debt across the MVNE estate wherever possible

Growth & Innovation
Support new wholesale opportunities and product evolution
Influence Vodafone roadmaps based on partner, market and regulatory needs
Provide technical input to support Vodafone Wholesale’s growth strategy

We’re looking for you if you have:

Essential experience:
Proven experience designing end to end solutions across IT and Core Network environments
Experience leading solution design for small to medium initiatives, or as part of larger programmes
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non technical stakeholders
Broad understanding of network technology roadmaps, wholesale billing and service enablement
Proven ability to influence across organisational and company boundaries

Desirable – or excited to develop:
Degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline
Strong background working with MVNO and/or wholesale partner models
Strong integration and SOA experience, with knowledge of CRM, Order Management and ERP
Understanding of industry architecture standards
Experience supporting MVNO device behaviour across 2G/4G/5G, including VoLTE/IMS and eSIM
Familiarity with Tier 1 operator environments and large scale partner ecosystems

When choosing us……….

When you join the Vodafone Team, you will have the chance to grow your career while also experiencing some serious benefits!

• Some of the benefits that you will receive along the way are:
• Competitive Salary
• Flexible working (times and location) is part of our culture where your hours can facilitate your personal work-life balance
• Generous Employer Pension contribution
• Free Phone Bill – When you join the team, your phone bill is on us! You will also receive mobile phone purchasing discounts
• Learning and Development – We provide extensive training to all of our employees so they can progress in their careers! There is also the Vodafone University where our employees can gain incredible skills!
• Exclusive Family and Friends Discounts – Receive additional discounts for you, your Family and Friends on Vodafone Products!
• 23 days annual leave and 3 charity days off – PLUS a dedicated day off for your birthday
• Access to our Wellness centre including free access to our Gym, health and wellness centre and external practitioners

We are passionate about our employees! Here at Vodafone we want you to bring your whole self to work and we enable this with our progressive workplace policies. We are proud supporters of the LGBTQ+ community and Vodafone is committed to support all of their employees at work. We are an equal opportunities employers where our people can be at their best.

When you combine Technology and the human spirit, anything is possible. And when you join Vodafone, we’ll help you shape a rewarding career that gives back in more ways than one. Its starts here. It starts with you.

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Wholesale Solutions Manager

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