Vodafone Idea Limited is an Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group partnership. It is India’s leading telecom service provider. The Company provides pan India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G and 4G platform. With the large spectrum portfolio to support the growing demand for data and voice, the company is committed to deliver delightful customer experiences and contribute towards creating a truly ‘Digital India’ by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow. The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence. The Company is listed on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.
Role
Product Lead – IoT Lab
Job Level/ Designation
M2/AGM
Function / Department
Enterprise/IoT
Location
Mumbai
Job Purpose
Role purpose:
Manage and govern IOT Lab which certify device for connectivity and advance connectivity ( eSIM , Private LTE , NBIOT etc )
Establish the Vi standard of testing which will be considered a gold standard in industry.
Key Result Areas/Accountabilities
Build internal capability to conduct testing capability for devices/modules.
Develop & run new product testing models and ensuring it complies across all Gates from 1 to 6, new features and technology validation support.
Run Partner Certification program to onboard partners to Marketplace
Reduce device related onboarding complaints at least by 20%.
Keep a panel of devices ready for all solutions being developed around the three horizontals of Smart Mobility, Smart Infra, Industrial 4.0
Product Testing with Device Vendors and End Customer Device
Drive Testing with device vendors in various cites
Field Testing on various device with customer
Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience
10-14 years of experience in Product and device testing experience for various wireless and wire line type of connectivity and IOT devices
Technical understanding of IOT ecosystem including Chipset, module, platform, device and application and device protocols
Knowledge of various IP technologies and protocols for both wireless and wire line solution including MPLS, HTTPS, DNS, AAA, RADIUS, IP planning , LTE, 3G/4G & LPWAN etc
Understanding of Module Firmware and SIM card testing on Comparion Tool
Testing and certifying the various SIM logic for eUICC
Should have understanding of existing IOT regulation and standards around connectivity
Coordinate, propose workflow and execute project workflow (planning, scope, budget, quality, documentation, etc.)
Excellent communication skills including verbal, presentation, email and social interaction. with CXO level.
Must have technical / professional qualifications
Engineering Graduate/Post Graduate in Telecom is preferred
Must have worked as senior lead at Device Testing /Product organization for at least 10 years around product and IOT Device testing for connectivity and devices
Regulatory understanding and m2m guidelines
Vodafone Idea Limited (formerly Idea Cellular Limited)
An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership