Open Ran Product Perf. Snr. Specialist

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At 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 do

As part of the Open RAN Product Performance & Development team, you will play a key role in shaping how future mobile networks perform and evolve. You’ll contribute both technically and strategically, helping shape how Open RAN products are built, validated, and optimized across our multi-vendor environment.

You will:

• Translate network performance insights and business requirements into actionable product and system improvements
• Support the design, validation, and rollout of Open RAN solutions — from lab to field
• Collaborate closely with vendors and internal teams to ensure system interoperability, configuration quality, and deployment readiness
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to detect bottlenecks, trends, or deviations
• Assist in the automation of routine tasks and performance workflows using programming skills
• Provide structured input into project reviews, deep-dives, and vendor engagement meetings
• Play an active role in technical forums — from field trials and PoCs to internal SteerCos and escalation loops
• Continuously seek ways to improve how we measure, manage, and evolve the Open RAN ecosystem
• Support the integration of AI/ML thinking into how we predict, prevent, and optimize network behavior
• Prepare and update technical documentation, help translate feedback and results into action
• Work closely with experienced team members to manage vendors, track progress, and escalate risks when needed
• Continuously seeking ways to improve how we measure, manage, and evolve the Open RAN ecosystem

Who you are

Who You Are

You are a driven and detail-oriented engineer with a passion for mobile networks and emerging technologies. You bring early career experience in telecom or product environments and are now ready to step into a role where you can own topics, influence design decisions, and contribute to Vodafone’s next-generation network evolution.

What You Bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Telecom, Electronics, Computer, or equivalent); Master’s preferred
• 2+ years of experience in mobile network engineering, performance, operation or system integration
• Knoweledge of 4G/5G radio architecture and basic understanding of Open RAN principles
• Ability to analyze KPIs, support troubleshooting efforts, and translate findings into improvement actions
• Interest in or exposure to AI/ML-based performance automation and software-driven network optimization
• Proactive ownership of deliverables and readiness to manage technical follow-up with vendors and internal teams
• Strong communication skills — confident presenting insights, coordinating tasks, and working across departments
• Willingness to contribute to technical documentation, dashboards, and reporting cycles
• Fluent in English and comfortable in multi-national, cross-functional environments
• Flexibility to travel locally or internationally, depending on project needs (labs, field, vendor workshops)

Bonus Skills (or Willing to Learn):

• Understanding of radio network architecture (e.g. components, KPIs, system integration)
• Interest or experience in software development, scripting, or AI/Machine Learning applications
• A product-oriented mindset — you don’t just focus on how things work, but how they can be improved, automated, scaled, and made smarter

We’re looking for someone who thrives on taking initiative, solving problems, and helping build the future of telecom — smarter, faster, and more open.

Not 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 you

We like to keep them flexible:

• Vflexy: Flexible Benefits Program
• Hybrid working kit
• Ergonomic kit allowance
• Digital meal voucher
• Flexible transportation allowance.
• Employee assistance hotline & counselling
• Comprehensive and flexible private health insurance
• Discounted price deals for wide range of products & services

Plus, plenty more to enjoy!If you want to know more about us and what we do, then visit our website: www.vodafone.com.tr

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Who we are

We 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.

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