Vice President - Network Strategy

 

Full-time or Consulting available / Remote

Summary

At GridModal, we’re reimagining what urban infrastructure can be—seamless, intelligent, and built to serve tomorrow’s connected world. As an investment and development firm focused on smart city platforms, we are seeking an accomplished, forward-thinking Vice President - Network Strategy to lead and manage the design and direction of large-scale digital infrastructure.

This is a rare opportunity to sit at the intersection of technology, urban development, and investment strategy—shaping not just networks, but the future of how people live, work, and move.

Your Mission

As Vice President, you will be the strategic brain behind all things network—guiding multi-million-euros investments and building resilient, scalable connectivity platforms for the cities of tomorrow.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and execute the network and connectivity strategy across broadband, IP/MPLS, data centers, edge/cloud, and transport networks.

  • Serve as the technical lead for network infrastructure investments, advising on due diligence, risk, scalability, and long-term value creation

  • Lead and collaborate with engineering, design, finance, and policy teams to ensure technology aligns with business goals and urban development plans

  • Architect and oversee the development of end-to-end smart city infrastructure, including:

    • Backbone, Transport & IP Core Networks

    • Cloud & Edge Connectivity

    • Broadband Access, Wi-Fi, WiMAX, Microwave

    • Network Operations Centers (NOCs) & OSS/BSS integration

  • Champion automation, orchestration, and operational transformation initiatives

Qualifications

  • 15–20+ years in telecom, broadband infrastructure, and network operations

  • Proven leadership in network strategy, architecture, and operations at scale

  • Knowledge of emerging technologies (e.g., SDN/NFV, 5G, cloud-native infrastructure)

  • Ability to bridge the gap between business strategy and engineering execution

  • A globally curiosity mindset paired with deep operational credibility

Benefits

  • Be a key player in designing the infrastructure backbone of modern smart cities

  • Work with cutting-edge technology and shape real-world urban outcomes

  • Competitive executive compensation + performance-based bonuses

  • Flexible / Remote work options and global project exposure