Telecommunications Solutions Architect

Placements24; London Borough of Newham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance-based incentives

Learning & development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Solutions Architect in East London to design scalable, end-to-end telecom solutions including voice, data and mobility. You will translate complex business needs into robust technical designs and guide implementations across client projects.

The role requires 10+ years in telecoms with architecture/pre-sales experience, strong leadership, and excellent stakeholder communication. Hybrid work model and opportunities for innovation are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in telecommunications, with a significant portion in solutions architecture or pre-sales engineering.
• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Deep understanding of IP networking, VoIP, MPLS, SD-WAN, 4G/5G, cloud communication platforms.
• Proven experience in designing complex enterprise-level communication solutions.
• Strong ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end telecommunications solutions, including voice, data, video, and mobility services.
• Collaborate with sales teams and clients to gather requirements and understand business objectives.
• Develop high-level and detailed technical designs, proposals, and architecture documentation.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and platforms to build robust solutions.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, reliable, and cost-effective.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stay abreast of emerging telecommunications technologies and industry trends.
• Conduct technical presentations and demonstrations to clients and stakeholders.
• Work with engineering and operations teams to ensure successful solution implementation.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and service improvement.

Skills

Solutions architecture

Pre-sales engineering

IP networking

VoIP

MPLS

SD-WAN

4G/5G

Cloud platforms

Technical leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science/Telecommunications

Tools

Cisco

Avaya

Microsoft Teams

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the telecommunications sector based in East London, Eastern Cape , is seeking a highly skilled and visionary Telecommunications Solutions Architect. This senior role is responsible for designing comprehensive and scalable telecommunications solutions that meet complex business requirements. The architect will work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to understand needs, translate them into technical designs, and guide the implementation process. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of communication services in the Eastern Cape and drive technological advancements. We are looking for a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end telecommunications solutions, including voice, data, video, and mobility services.
• Collaborate with sales teams and clients to gather requirements and understand business objectives.
• Develop high-level and detailed technical designs, proposals, and architecture documentation.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and platforms to build robust solutions.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, reliable, and cost-effective.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stay abreast of emerging telecommunications technologies and industry trends.
• Conduct technical presentations and demonstrations to clients and stakeholders.
• Work with engineering and operations teams to ensure successful solution implementation.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and service improvement.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in telecommunications, with a significant portion in solutions architecture or pre-sales engineering.
• Deep understanding of various telecommunications technologies (e.g., IP networking, VoIP, MPLS, SD-WAN, 4G/5G, cloud communication platforms).
• Proven experience in designing complex enterprise-level communication solutions.
• Strong ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.
• Experience with specific vendors or technologies (e.g., Cisco, Avaya, Microsoft Teams) is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, retirement fund, and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in a dynamic industry are provided.
• This role, based in East London, Eastern Cape , offers a stimulating work environment and a chance to significantly impact the telecommunications landscape.