Job Vacancies at Vodafone Global Enterprise

About the Job

Role purpose

• The Software Engineer is responsible for creating prototypes, designing and building modules and solutions in iterative agile cycles, develop, maintain, and optimize the business outcome.
• This role is responsible for estimating user and technical stories, designing and developing code, writing and executing unit and integration tests, and supporting testing of deliverables against user and technical story acceptance tests.
•  The incumbent is responsible for collaborating with architects and other developers to produce “just enough” design, and ensuring that enough technical documentation and training is provided for reference and operational support.
• This role is responsible for providing software-related third level support. Experience with machine learning models and Python scripts will be beneficial.

Your responsibilities will include

• Estimate user and technical stories to help inform and prioritize backlog
• Design modules according to user stories, UX designs, and technical stories
• Develop solutions according to module designs and deploy using delivery pipeline
• Develop and execute unit and integration tests; support testing against user and technical story acceptance tests
• Suggest improvements to user stories and UX
• Manage technical debt as part of daily activities
• Maintain coding standards
• Mac

The ideal candidate for this role will have
Technical / Professional Qualifications:

• Degree/Diploma in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or other related field
• 3 -5 years relevant experience of which a minimum of three years is in programming and/or systems analysis applying agile frameworks
• Experience working with agile methodologies, such as Scrum, Kanban, XP, LSD, and FDD
• Expertise in multiple programming and markup languages, such as JavaScript, Java, SQL, JSON, YAML, and Python.
• Good knowledge of software architecture principles
• Experience with RPA processes
• Experience working in cloud-native environments
• Professional experience and knowledge of the Telecommunications industry beneficial

Core competencies, knowledge, and experience:

• Agile and lean programming and development of software systems in dynamic environments
• Backlog item estimation
• Unit, integration, smoke and static code analysis testing
• Expertise in multiple programming and markup languages, such as Java, SQL, JSON, YAML, and Python.
• Understanding paradigms such as object-oriented-, even-driven-, procedural-, functional-, and declarative programming
• Continuous integration and continuous delivery methodologies and tools
• Strong problem solving skills and ability to learn new methods and processes
• Strong time-management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple balls, and comfortable working under pressure

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About the Job

Role purpose:

• We are currently looking for applicants that will be responsible for the implementation, maintenance, performance, integrity and security of a number of Oracle databases. Duties will include the design and creation of databases, planning and maintenance of database configuration, implementation and enforcement of database security and investigating and resolving database and production system errors.
• Key Skills will include being able to monitor and tune database performance, establish and manage objective database performance criteria. With regards to the SQL element, you will be expected to establish and manage standards for SQL queries within the system, review SQL, server & application error logs and troubleshoot issues. You will also be expected to establish database security procedures and enforce their application, advise on database design requirements.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Database and Grid infrastructure installation and configuration
• Database and Grid infrastructure maintenance in terms of patching and upgrades
• Database performance investigation, tuning and recommendations
• Database table creates and integration with in-house DB-manager PL/SQL solution in terms of:
• o Automated data archiving
• o Automated data compression
• o Automated table partitioning
• Data restoration
• Oracle Enterprise Manager monitoring deployment and configuration
• Oracle RMAN backup integration using various Media Management layers
• Resolution of customer requests within allocated priority base timeline
• Generate audit and user/environment review based reports
• Generate capacity utilization historical trending and forecasting reports
• Generate any required adhoc based reports where needed

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

Qualifications and Experience:

• Senior Certificate
• Relevant IT Qualifications (Diploma or Degree)
• Basic unix/linux knoweldge advantageous
• Knowledge of relational database and stored procedures advantageous
• Relevant database sql query structure knowledge advantageous
• Knowledge of ERD and USE Case diagrams advantageous
• Oracle certifications advantageous

Key competencies and skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Creative approach to problem solving
• Exposure to/understanding of GSM technologies
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to follow instruction
• Strong drive to learn

Personal attributes

• Be able to work overtime and standby when required as per standby roster
• Be able to work in a team
• Ability to work well under pressure, especially in maintaining a balanced and logical approach
• Self-motivated and self-managed
• Be able to take ownership and show initiative
• Be able to learn fast and willing to self-study when necessary
• Able to communicate effectively
• Report on progress and raise issues / problems when necessary
• Timekeeping
• Be able to travel outside the borders of South Africa when required

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About the Job

Role purpose:

• To manage the Corporate Key VGE Vodacom Business credit collection portfolio and ensure that the accounts are paid when due.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensure 100% of all KPI targets are met in line with C&R policies.
• To minimize bad debt
• To ensure query resolution
• To follow up on non-payments
• To liaise with 3rd parties to resolve account disputes involves meetings and negotiation with CEO’s, FM’s IT Managers
• Ensure monthly billing and reports are sent out timeously
• Manage speedy dispute resolution
• Daily coding of the bank statement.
• To maintain and continue building relationships with customers
• Attend client meetings when required
• Ensure that all collection targets and KPI’s are met
• Allocation of client payments
• Risk management
• Approval of new business for existing clients

The ideal candidate for this role will have:
Must have technical / professional qualifications:

• Matric - essential
• Diploma in Credit Management would be an advantage.
• 2-5 years of Credit control experience
• 1 Year Financial reconciliation experience
• Experience in forex Exchange
• Experience in dealing with 3rd Parties to resolve account disputes
• Experience in dealing with EHODS, Exec Heads & other key stakeholders

Job Knowledge:

• Corporate credit
• Intensive reconciliation and allocation on large accounts Large book values in excess of 80 Million
• MS Excel advanced
• Eppix
• Converged Business knowledge
• Microsoft office
• Morpheus II

Job Related Skills:

• Interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills (ability to liaise with CEO’s, FM’s and IT Managers, EHODS & exec Heads Local & international)
• Excellent communication skills
• Driver’s license essential (own Car)
• Attention to detail
• Analytical and investigative mind
• Must be able to perform complex account reconciliation.

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About the Job

Role purpose:

• The incumbent will be the technical expert that implement changes to the IP Network portfolio for M-Pesa Africa on the MPESA HUB
• Assist with IP/MPLS Architecture and Planning of International IP Networks supporting MPESA HUB and M-Pesa Internet and Private VPN layer 2/3 Services.
• The incumbent would be required to stay up todate with the latest technology evolution in IP networking domain Design and implement robust solutions, taking design best practice frameworks into consideration Work with various Subject Matter Experts in developing and implementing robust and innovative solutions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure for MPESA HUB, with a focus on VMware, Cisco, and Microsoft Azure technologies, engaging with 3rd party vendors as required.
• Ensure the network is operating at peak performance and troubleshoot any issues that arise.
• Collaborate with cross-functional global teams to ensure the network meets the organization's needs.
• Implement and maintain network security protocols to protect the organization's data and infrastructure.
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and new technologies in network engineering and security.
• Develop and maintain network documentation and diagrams, ensuring all configurations are up-to-date and accurate in line with Standard Operating Procedures.

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

Must have technical / professional qualifications:

• Cape Town Based
• 5years or more years of Technical experience on networking components in terms of architecture, design, implementation testing
• CCIE (or equivalent) certification preferred
• University Degree in Electrical Engineering, B. Tech or Engineering Diploma
• A Valid Driver’s License and own reliable car essential. Able to work under pressure and deadline driven
• A Willingness to learn and to be a team player.
• Strong Problem solving & analytical skills.
• A keen interest in Strategy and project management with administration skills
• Even tempered and patient nature
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in network engineering, with a strong focus on VMware, Cisco, and Microsoft Azure technologies.
• In depth knowledge of network virtualization such as VMware NSX or Cisco ACI
• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining complex network infrastructure.
• Knowledge of network security protocols and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a high paced environment.

Skills

• Deep knowledge of Internet and IP/MPLS Network technology. Specifically, Broad and deep technical knowledge of the following as a minimum: MPLS (LDP, RSVP, fast re-route, SegmentRouting), BGP, ISIS, OSPF, Ethernet (inc. QoS & OAM), L2 & L3 VPNs IP-QoS, BNGs, IPMulticast, PPP, L2TP, 3rd Party Ethernet & broadband access products, MEF services (E-LAN,E-tree , E-Line.), Internet peering & transit, RIPE, IPv6 and NFV.
• knowledge in IP/MPLS technologies and services. Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrable security best practice awareness across service provider IP/MPLS domains.
• Familiar with Traffic and KPI indicators on IP/MPLS Networks
• Demonstrable thought leadership into emerging technologies
• Understanding of key IP/MPLS operational and/or IP/MPLS network design requirements.
• Good background on Hw and Sw characteristics and lifecycle, in-depth understanding of features and how they work in a real environment
• Familiar with Traffic and KPI indicators on IP Networks.
• Experience in Firewall Configuration