Infrastructure Architect & Strategist - Vodafone

Role purpose

• Analysing, designing, planning and optimization of a cost effective IT Infrastructure ecosystem, be the lead strategist for all IT transformation and engagements thereof.
• Create, Maintain and Simplify an effective Digital Telco Cloud IT Infrastructure architecture for Vodafone Ghana in line with both local market and Vodafone Group long term goals and strategy

Key Accountabilities

• Architecting and designing highly available IT Network and Cloud Ready/Native Infrastructure solutions to meet requirements as required by the business and per Vodafone Strategy
• Ensure compliance and deliver on journey to achieving full Cloud native solutions environment
• Support the IT team to review software design to confirm compliance with architecture principles, specifications, lead design discussions, present ideas to stakeholders and assist in integration of applications and technologies
• Advise and share experience on complex IT Network issues by providing technical guidance to project and operations team members (consultancy).
• Set targets for success, and carry out on-going risk analysis. Identify and manage risks to success and escalate accordingly.
• Ensure continued KPI alignment reporting and monitoring of IT Network capacity and planning around mitigation of any capacity issues

Core Competencies

• BSc. Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications or equivalent with strong technological background
• Relevant IT Strategy certifications and Cloud Technology Certifications
• More than 3 years’ experience in IT Network architecture
• Excellent knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure, networks and Cloud technologies
• Demonstrated extensive Design and Architecture experience in large and complex environments whiles leading in strategy formulation
• Ability to manage delivery with external suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Self-driven innovator, confident with IT Infrastructure principles and evolving strategy with respect to BI, CRM, Billing, Infrastructure, Security, Integration, MFS, Online/Digital, Charging and Business Strategy.
• Professional qualifications in a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience; Cloud, TOGAF, OS, Networks, Storage, Databases, CCNP, CCIE, JNCIE or JNCIP for example.