Platform Developer

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About this Role

What you will do

• Build high‑quality, maintainable software across backend services, APIs, data flows, and integration layers using cloud‑native and event‑driven patterns


• Collaborate with Technical Leads, Product Owners, and Delivery Leads to refine requirements, estimate work, and deliver incremental value through agile development


• Write clean, secure, and well‑tested code for microservices, APIs, and integration componentsImplement solutions aligned to architecture guidelines and platform engineering standards


• Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and agile ceremonies (refinement, planning, stand‑ups, retrospectives)


• Contribute to test automation and quality‑first engineering practices, including unit and integration testingSupport CI/CD pipelines, observability, and operational readiness to enable reliable and efficient deployment cycles


• Diagnose incidents, resolve defects, and continuously improve platform servicesMaintain clear documentation and contribute to reusable engineering components


• Support optimisation of performance, scalability, and resilience across services


• Collaborate with external partners where applicable to sustain delivery quality and alignment with engineering standards

Who you are

• An individual who collaborates effectively within cross‑functional teams and contributes to a supportive team environmentAble to take ownership of assigned tasks, identify potential risks, and propose improvements to enhance delivery outcomes


• A clear communicator who ensures shared understanding of requirements, design decisions, and technical challenges


• Experienced in working within agile teams, embracing continuous improvement and iterative deliveryFamiliar with modern programming languages and frameworks such as Java, Kotlin, Node.js, Python, or Spring BootKnowledgeable in microservices architectures, RESTful APIs, and event‑driven systems


• Comfortable working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), containerisation (Docker), and orchestration tools (Kubernetes)


• Experienced in automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and code quality tools


• Strong understanding of data structures, integration patterns, and secure coding practices


• Educated to degree level in Computer Science, Engineering, or possessing equivalent practical development experience

What’s in it for you

• Opportunity to work at the core of Vodafone’s next‑generation Digital&IT platform, contributing to innovative digital solutions


• Exposure to multi‑market, multi‑tenant platform delivery in a global environment


• Collaborative, product‑centric squad culture with a strong emphasis on modern engineering practices


• Continuous learning through hands‑on experience with cloud‑native technologies and scalable architectures


• A supportive environment that encourages ownership, creativity, and continuous improvement

What skills you will learn

• Advanced cloud‑native engineering and microservices design patterns


• Building and managing scalable, event‑driven architectures


• Full lifecycle product development in agile, cross‑functional teamsCI/CD, automation, and observability practices for high‑performance systems


• Platform engineering standards and best practices for large‑scale digital ecosystems

Not a perfect fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background. 

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