Vodafone GmbH

Product Engineer - File Transfer Solution

Estimated salary
€5,056 – €7,778per month

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Description

This role is for a Product Engineer specializing in File Transfer Solutions at Vodafone. The position requires deep expertise in IT and data center landscapes, including hardware, software, and network technologies. You will be responsible for managing the solution lifecycle, developing programs, and troubleshooting complex issues related to network and server configurations. The role demands advanced knowledge of SEEBURGER products and standard conversion formats like EDIFACT and e-invoicing. You will work within a global and diverse community, applying your experience in large-scale IT service design and delivery.

Requirements

  • General knowledge of IT / Data Center landscape including hardware, software, network (real, virtual, cloud, hybrid)
  • Solution Life Cycle Management
  • Ability to develop programs in Perl/Shell/Python/etc.
  • Knowledge of Database, API, Active Directory, etc.
  • Troubleshooting skills for issues related to network, server-misconfigurations, product-bugs
  • Advanced / Profound knowledge of the SEEBURGER Products (e.g., BIS Integration Server, BIS FileExchange server, BIS Information Server, BIS Portal Server, BIS Developer Studio)
  • General standard conversion: EDIFACT, e-invoicing
  • Thorough knowledge of system architecture, analysis and design techniques
  • 5+ years' experience working as an Application Technical Architect or in a similar role
  • 5+ years' experience with Managed File Transfer and Conversion technologies
  • Profound knowledge in IT delivery projects from application integration point of view
  • Deep knowledge of File Transfer/Conversion technologies/solutions in the market
  • Experience in design, integration and deployment of large-scale IT services in multi-national environments
  • Strong knowledge in management and design of high complex IT services/Product
  • Deep understanding of operational procedures and process standards (e.g., ITIL, SCRUM, SAFe) and the ability to apply them for continuous service improvements

Experience Level

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Benefits

Market competitive pay and generous benefits
Bonus or commission opportunities
Recognition schemes
Hybrid working policies
Industry-leading people policies including parental and adoption leave
Access to wellbeing services via ThriVe
Wellbeing ambassadors and mental health first-aiders

💰 Net Salary Calculator

Tax class 1, no church tax
Gross Salary
€77,004/year
€6,417/month
Total Deductions
€30,563
40% effective rate
Net Salary (Take Home)
€3,870/mo
€46,441/year

Deduction Breakdown

🏛️ Income Tax€14,624
🏦 Pension Insurance€7,161
🏥 Health Insurance€6,103
🫶 Care Insurance€1,674
📋 Unemployment Insurance€1,001

🏠 Cost of Living in Ratingen

Monthly Essentials

Rent (1BR)
€1000
Groceries
€300
Transport
€75
Utilities
€220
Internet
€40

Lifestyle & Entertainment

Eating Out
€13
Gym/Month
€45
Coffee
€4
Beer (0.5L)
€4
Cinema
€12
Monthly Net Salary:€3,870
Comfortable Living:€1,684
Monthly Savings:€2,186 (56%)
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Strong savings potential: You could save €2,186 monthly, which is €26,232 per year.

💡 These estimates are based on average costs in Ratingen. Actual expenses vary based on lifestyle, neighborhood, and personal choices. "Comfortable living" includes rent, utilities, groceries, transport, and reasonable dining/entertainment.

Eligible for the EU Blue Card

A salary of €77,004 meets the EU Blue Card minimum of €45,300 (2026).

The EU Blue Card is a residence permit for highly qualified non-EU workers. It offers a fast track to permanent residency and allows family reunification.

Processing
4-12 weeks
Visa fee
€100
Requirements
University degree + Job offer

Also eligible: EU Blue Card (Shortage Occupation) (€41,042+)

Documents needed

Valid passport
Recognised university degree
Employment contract or binding job offer
Proof of salary meeting threshold
Health insurance coverage
Biometric passport photo
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📍 Life in Ratingen

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Population
0.1M
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Quality of Life
7.0
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English Friendly
7.0
💻
Tech Scene
7.0
🌍
International
7.0
🚇
Public Transport
6.0
🚴
Bikeability
7.0
🌬️
Air Quality
7.0
🌳
Green Spaces
7.0
🚗
Car Free
7.0
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About Ratingen

  • •Diverse economy
  • •Growing opportunities
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Climate

  • •Temperate climate
  • •Moderate seasons
❄️Jan: 2°C☀️Jul: 18°C📅Avg: 10°C
☀️1650 sunshine hours/year
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Safety

  • •Generally safe
  • •Low crime rates
Overall:7.0
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Healthcare

  • •Good hospitals
  • •Adequate coverage
Quality: 7.0Access: 8.0
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Culture

  • •Cultural venues
  • •Local events
7.0
🎉

Nightlife

  • •Bars and venues
6.0
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Recreation

  • •Parks
  • •Sports facilities
7.0
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Cost of Living

  • •Moderate costs
  • •Good value
🏠 Rent (1BR center):€1000
⚡ Utilities:€220
🛒 Groceries:€300
🍽️ Dining out:€14

German subsidiary of Vodafone Group plc and Germany's second-largest telecommunications operator. Vodafone GmbH serves over 50 million mobile, fixed-line, broadband, and TV customers in Germany through the Vodafone and Vodafone Business brands. Following the integration of Kabel Deutschland (acquired 2013) and Unitymedia (acquired 2019), the company operates the country's largest cable-based gigabit network with more than 24 million homes passed. Portfolio spans consumer mobile, 5G, fixed broadband (cable & fiber), IPTV, IoT, and B2B managed connectivity. Headquartered in Düsseldorf at the Vodafone Campus, with additional major sites in Unterföhring, Eschborn, Ratingen, and Kiel.

€per month
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Your situation in Germany

The default for anyone single, divorced or widowed.

Only changes the church tax rate — 8% in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, 9% everywhere else.

Childless employees over 23 pay a higher Pflegeversicherung (care insurance) rate.