Core Network Cloud Transformation group lead

Conectamos el presente. Transformamos el futuro.

At GCTIO, we lead network technology strategy across the Telefónica group. Our mission is to ensure that the right technologies are identified, selected, and deployed in the most efficient and effective way to support Telefónica’s strategic vision and business objectives.

In this role based in Madrid (Spain), you will lead Cloud and Automation for Core in Telefónica Group within the GCTIO organization. Your primary responsibility will be to drive the definition, selection, implementation, and evolution of automation for core technologies leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), as well as to ensure that the cloud infrastructure meets the requirements from core. All in close coordination with Telefónica’s operating businesses and key stakeholders.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic vision, and deep technical expertise to steer the evolution of the automation of the core network.

You will be responsible for maximizing the value of automation for core to support Telefónica’s core platforms and monetization objectives, leveraging AI, intent-based operations, and advanced network programmability.

As part of Network Cloud Transformation team, you will play a key role in shaping the future of automation for the core network platforms ensuring a consistent and efficient strategy across Telefonica Group, fostering innovation and operational efficiency.

What Will be your mission? ❔

Lead Cloud and Core Automation strategy across the Telefónica Group, driving the adoption of cloud-native technologies, advanced automation, and Artificial Intelligence capabilities to optimize network operations, enable the evolution of core platforms, and accelerate the transition towards autonomous networks.

What capabilities are we looking for? ❔

Experience & Technical Expertise

• 5+ years of experience in network automation, cloud-native technologies, or related areas within the telecommunications industry.

• Strong hands-on experience with network automation frameworks and methodologies, including CI/CD/CT, GitOps, and Infrastructure as Code practices.

• Solid knowledge of container-based technologies and orchestration platforms such as Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm.

• Experience defining acceptance test plans (ATPs), validation strategies, and executing tests in lab environments.

• Experience in AI and Agentic AI in order to build and execute projects to meet AI for network and network for AI capabilities within packet core domain.

Additional Knowledge Considered Valuable

• Understanding of public cloud architectures and services across major cloud providers such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.

• Familiarity with AI/ML techniques and their application to network analytics, prediction, optimization, and autonomous operations.

• Good understanding of 4G/5G Core network architectures, protocols, and platforms.

Soft Skills

• Leadership capabilities to drive projects and teams towards objectives.

• Team work in multi-cultural environment.

• Fluent in Spanish and English.

Which other aspects will be considered?

• Master in computer science or telecom engineering.

• Experience in team management.

• Automation driven in improving day to day way of working.

How will you contribute with your capabilities to the purpose of the role? ❔

• Contribute to the definition and evolution of the automation strategy for Core Networks across the Telefónica Group.

• Drive the adoption of automation frameworks, including CI/CD/CT pipelines and In-Service Software Upgrades (ISSU), across Telefónica’s operating businesses, helping accelerate the journey towards Autonomous Networks.

• Work closely with Core Platform teams to promote the adoption of Intent-Based Operations, closed-loop automation, and Agentic AI assistants to improve operational efficiency and network reliability.

• Collaborate with Infrastructure and Cloud teams to ensure that cloud platforms and infrastructure capabilities meet the performance, scalability, and resilience requirements of core network workloads.

• Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends in cloud-native network, automation, and AI, helping identify opportunities to enhance Telefónica’s network capabilities.

• Engage with operating businesses, technology partners, and vendors to share best practices, align on technical approaches, and support network transformation initiatives across the Group.

Whats advantage would you get working for us? ❔

• Transformational Projects. At Telefónica, you will be part of high-impact projects that shape industry trends and address the connectivity and digital transformation challenges of our society.

• Professional Development. You will enjoy a long-term career path and continuous learning opportunities on a global scale, supported by our presence across multiple geographies. We will provide opportunities for professional growth, training, and international mobility. We want to grow and build the future together with you!

• Flexibility. We are committed to maintaining a healthy work-life balance. At Telefónica, we promote flexibility, positioning ourselves as a benchmark for new ways of working and work-life integration initiatives.

• 27 working days of annual leave to enjoy and recharge.

• Employee Benefits. You will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Life and accident insurance

• Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (spouse/partner and children)

• Meal voucher card

• Flexible compensation plan with a wide range of options to choose from

• Pension plan

And much more!

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At Telefónica, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and sustainable workplace where every person feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our culture is based on equal opportunities and inclusion because we believe we have a responsibility to transform society and help create a better world.

If you would like to be part of an innovative team and contribute to a better future, we are waiting for you! ❔

Cuando te unes a Telefónica

Te unes a casi 100 años de historia, un equipo de 106 nacionalidades presentes en más de 35 países. Te unes a un equipo que trabaja por conectar a las personas allá dónde estén, sin fronteras. Un equipo que está liderando la revolución digital con la ilusión del primer día en todos nuestros negocios, creando el mejor ecosistema digital para nuestros clientes: Red, IoT, Cloud, Ciberseguridad, Innovación etc. En Telefónica tienes todo lo que necesitas para crear la mejor versión de ti mismo. Necesitamos gente como tú que se sume a este gran reto, que quiera crear la Telefónica del mañana.

En Telefónica apostamos por las nuevas formas de trabajo y somos líderes en la implementación de la Desconexión Digital bajo el principio “Desconecta para Reconectar”.

Te unes a una compañía cuya actividad se rige por su código ético, Nuestros Principios de Negocio Responsable. Buscamos personas que se identifiquen con los mismos, que nos ayuden a tomar decisiones basadas en la integridad, el compromiso y la transparencia y que se comprometan con una gestión ética, promoviendo un desarrollo social y ambiental más justo y sostenible.

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