Remote Senior Telecom Solutions Architect

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options/equity

Home office stipend

Professional development programs

Annual bonuses

Premium medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Telecom Solutions Architect to join its advanced technology division. You will design and deliver end-to-end telecom solutions for enterprise and carrier clients, translating complex needs into technical blueprints while guiding implementation.

This role requires 8 years in telecom, deep knowledge across IP networking, 5G, cloud, security, and UC, plus strong leadership and communication to influence stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in telecommunications solution architecture.
• Strong ability to design end-to-end telecom solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for proposals.
• Remote work capability with independent project management.

Responsibilities

• Understand client requirements and translate to technical blueprints.
• Design scalable end-to-end telecom solutions across networks, cloud, security.
• Develop proposals, architectures and high-level designs.
• Lead technical workshops and pre-sales activities.
• Mentor junior architects and engineers.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and security.
• Evaluate new technologies and vendors.
• Create migration roadmaps for telecom infra.

Skills

Solution architecture

Technical leadership

Client collaboration

Pre-sales support

Technical documentation

Negotiation & influence

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

TOGAF

SDN/NFV

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a global leader in telecommunications technology, pushing the boundaries of innovation. We are currently seeking a highly experienced and forward-thinking Remote Senior Telecom Solutions Architect to join our advanced technology division. This is a critical, fully remote role based anywhere within South Africa , focused on designing and developing complex, end-to-end solutions for our enterprise and carrier clients. You will be responsible for understanding client needs, translating them into technical blueprints, and guiding the implementation of sophisticated telecom systems. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of current and emerging telecom technologies, extensive experience in solution design, and the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You will work on challenging projects that shape the future of global communication networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand business requirements and technical challenges in the telecommunications domain.
• Design comprehensive, scalable, and robust end-to-end telecom solutions, encompassing network, cloud, security, and application layers.
• Develop detailed technical proposals, architectures, and high-level designs for client engagements.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering, and sales teams to ensure solution feasibility and alignment with company offerings.
• Provide technical leadership and expertise during the pre-sales process and project implementation phases.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, platforms, and vendors to enhance solution offerings.
• Create proof-of-concept demonstrations and lead technical workshops for clients.
• Ensure solutions adhere to industry standards, best practices, and security requirements.
• Develop migration strategies and roadmaps for complex telecom infrastructure transformations.
• Mentor junior architects and engineers, sharing knowledge and fostering technical growth.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in telecommunications, with a significant portion focused on solution architecture and design.
• Deep technical knowledge across multiple telecom domains: IP networking (SDN/NFV), wireless technologies (5G, LTE), cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP), cybersecurity, and unified communications.
• Proven experience in designing and architecting complex enterprise or carrier-grade solutions.
• Excellent understanding of telecommunications market trends and vendor landscapes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience with proposal writing and technical documentation.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in a remote setting.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF) are a strong plus.

Benefits

As a remote senior architect, you will enjoy exceptional flexibility and autonomy. Our client offers a leading compensation package, including a high base salary, substantial performance bonuses, and stock options/equity. Comprehensive benefits include premium medical, dental, and vision coverage, a generous retirement savings plan with employer matching, and a home office setup stipend. We invest heavily in our employees' professional development, offering access to exclusive training programs, certifications, and opportunities to attend international tech conferences. You will work with a globally distributed, highly skilled team on impactful projects. The company fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, providing ample opportunities for career advancement.