IT Architecture and Design Tech. Lead

Join UsAt 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 DoRole Purpose:Act as architecture and design authority across IT organizationImpact assessment of requirements arising from the Business and Product Owners to define solutions that align with our architecture strategy and achieve the optimum balance between compliance to requirements and delivery time/costsContributing to the technical solution architecture strategy and roadmapResponsible for delivering end to end solution designs that meets business needs and requirementsResponsible of aligning Vodafone Egypt IT roadmap with Group strategy and guidelinesIn charge of resolving Technology disagreements among different IT teamsResponsible of auditing/review IT processes and solutionsInstruct/follow up on delivery teams to modify them according to IT strategyWho You AreJob ResponsibilityLead technical Design Activities for major business and technology projects across IT in a way that directly impact revenue, cost saving initiatives and NPSManage business requirements planning to make sure they are reflected into technology enablers to be implemented by delivery teams to make sure overall business objectives will be realizedLead strategic technical activities that require cooperation with Group Architecture Team(s) and adapting Vodafone Group P&S related architecture initiatives within Vodafone Egypt in a way that suit VF-EG local targets and strategiesWork with SME’s and Technical Domain/Chapter leads across the IT organization on designing solutions and Identifying needed technical capabilities and required systems changesDeliver solution Technical documents such as SoW and HLD describing the end to end solution architecture and R&R of systems and teamsParticipate in RFP and PoC process of new technical platforms and capabilitiesAuthorized to take necessary decisions to resolve technical conflicts among different delivery functionsLead technical stakeholders to produce system roadmaps that meet architecture guidelines and business requirementsNot 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 YouCore Competencies and Technical Skills:Proven and demonstrable Architecture, Development and Technical Leadership skills (within the Telecom industry would be a bonus)Clear logical thinker and problem solver, able to think outside the box with a pragmatic approach to solution developmentA deep understanding of technical security concepts to protect us and our usersA track record of building reliable and safe distributed systems, with an appreciation of the trade-offs made during constructionStakeholder management (IT, Business) & good communication skills, striking the right balance between complexity, business requirements, affordability, delivery risk, etcStrong communicator, with a passion for new technology and a drive to push your boundariesStrong decision making/leadership capabilitiesHelicopter view identifying key information and patternsInnovativeness and ability to generate viable alternatives out of challenging situationsProven ability to work in virtual teamsMust have technical / professional qualifications:Communication, Computer, Telecom Engineering, Computer science or Equivalent bachelor’s degree is a mustAt least 7 years technical experience in different telecommunication and/or IT domainsMust have worked in at least 2 different Technology areas before preferably in Telcom/IT related domainsHands-on experience in developing and delivering different IT/Telcom related applications and ServicesPrevious experience in multinational/Vendor companies is a plusPrevious experience working on large scale and complex IT projectsIT/Enterprise architecture standards, Frameworks, reference models background is a plusKnowledge of Agile principles and methodologies – previous experience working in an Agile Environment is a plusKnowledge of Infrastructure, Cloud, and virtualization concepts and solutionsKnowledge of different OS/DB typesKnowledge of Software development techniques, REST web services, SOA, Architecture patterns, and Microservices architectureExperience in Integration/middleware domain is a plusTOGAF, AWS or Equivalent Certifications is a plusWho We AreWe 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.