Broadband Network Engineer – Hybrid, Stellenbosch

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Híbrido; ZAR 900 000 - 1 100 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work

Annual leave

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 seeks a Broadband Network Engineer to design, deploy, and manage a high‑performance network across DSL, fiber, and fixed wireless in Stellenbosch and the Western Cape. You will configure routers, switches, and multiplexers, monitor performance, and drive upgrades to support a growing customer base.

The role requires 5+ years in broadband network engineering, strong knowledge of OSPF/BGP, VLANs/STP, and MPLS, with hands-on experience on Cisco/Juniper/Nokia gear.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering within broadband access technologies (DSL, FTTH, Fixed Wireless).
• Strong knowledge of routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), switching technologies (VLANs, STP), and MPLS.
• Hands-on experience with network equipment from vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, or Nokia.
• Proficiency in network monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix) and performance analysis techniques.
• Understanding of DOCSIS, GPON, and other broadband access standards.
• CCNA/CCNP certifications are highly valued.
• Experience in the telecoms sector is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Design, configure, and deploy broadband network equipment including routers, switches, and multiplexers.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize speed and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues with field technicians and support teams.
• Plan and execute network upgrades and expansions to meet demand.
• Develop and maintain network documentation and topology diagrams.
• Evaluate and adopt new technologies to enhance broadband services.
• Ensure network security is maintained per industry practices.
• Support new service deployments and customer provisioning with cross-functional teams.
• Manage vendor relationships for network hardware and software.
• Participate in on-call rotations for incident response.

Conhecimentos

Routing protocols OSFP+BGp

Switching (VLANs)

MPLS

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications

Ferramentas

Cisco equipment

Juniper equipment

Nokia equipment

Nagios

Zabbix

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Placements24 seeks a Broadband Network Engineer to design, deploy, and manage a high‑performance network across DSL, fiber, and fixed wireless in Stellenbosch and the Western Cape. You will configure routers, switches, and multiplexers, monitor performance, and drive upgrades to support a growing customer base.

The role requires 5+ years in broadband network engineering, strong knowledge of OSPF/BGP, VLANs/STP, and MPLS, with hands-on experience on Cisco/Juniper/Nokia gear.