Role Profile
1. Device Testing and Validation
- Perform end-to-end testing of new handsets, terminals, routers, and other network devices for functionality, performance, and reliability.
- Conduct interoperability tests to ensure devices work seamlessly with the Vodafone’s network infrastructure.
- Execute tests for hardware and software upgrades, focusing on backward compatibility, network optimization, and user experience.
2. Certification of New Technologies
- Certify devices with OEM vendors for compatibility with emerging technologies (e.g., 5G, VoWiFi, eSIM,..etc).
- Develop and maintain certification checklists and test plans aligned with industry standards and vendor requirements.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to local/international certifications and standards.
3. Collaboration with OEM Vendors
- Work closely with OEM vendors to understand device specifications and provide feedback on issues identified during testing.
- Coordinate with vendors to resolve technical issues and validate fixes.
- Ensure timely delivery of certification documents and test results to vendors and stakeholders.
Core Competencies and Qualifications
- Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Telecommunications.
- 3+ years of experience in device/network testing, certification, or a similar role.
- Technical Expertise
- Strong understanding of wireless and wired communication technologies (e.g., LTE, 5G, VoLTE, VoWiFi protocols).
- Experience with RF testing, network emulators, and protocol analysis tools.
- Familiarity with hardware and software testing methodologies.
- Problem-Solving
- Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose hardware and software issues.
- Strong analytical skills for identifying performance bottlenecks and compatibility issues.
- Communication
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
- Tools and Certifications
- Proficiency in testing tools (e.g., Spirent, Anritsu, Keysight) and debugging platforms.
- Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., 3GPP, ITU, IEEE).
Not a perfect fit? Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All 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 apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.
What's in it for you We want you to feel happy and fulfilled at work, without compromising the other things in life that matter to you. There are lots of ways we support this, including hybrid working and generous parental leave. You'll also get four Spirit Days a year to focus on your personal development and wellbeing, plus a host of other great benefits too.
Who we are You may have already heard of Vodafone - We're a leading Telecommunications company in Europe and Africa. But what you might not know is that we are continuously investing in new technologies to improve the lives of millions of customers, businesses and people around the world, creating a better future for everyone.
As part of our global family, whether that's Vodafone, Vodacom or _VOIS, you'll feel a sense of pride and purpose as you contribute to our culture of innovation. We pursue equality of opportunity and inclusion for all candidates through our employment policies and practices. We recognise and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workspace and we do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social, or marital status.
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