Chief Telecoms Systems Architect — Hybrid + Stock Options

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation package

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Chief Telecoms Systems Architect in Vereeniging, Gauteng. Lead the design and evolution of the full network architecture, guiding core networks to edge computing with a focus on scalability, resilience, and innovation.

You will direct architecture strategy across technologies, collaborate with executives, and mentor engineering teams to deliver high-availability telecom solutions that align with business goals and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the overall telecommunications systems architecture roadmap for the organization.
• Lead the design and evolution of core network infrastructure, service platforms, and enabling technologies.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and industry standards, assessing their applicability and potential impact.
• Develop architectural principles, guidelines, and best practices for system design and implementation.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to architecture and engineering teams across various domains.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, product management, and operations to align architectural strategy with business goals.
• Ensure the scalability, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness of the proposed architectures.
• Oversee the review and approval of major architectural designs and technology selections.
• Drive innovation and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the architecture function.
• Represent the company's technical vision at industry forums and conferences.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

C-level engagement

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

IP networking

MPLS

SDN/NFV

Edge computing

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Chief Telecoms Systems Architect in Vereeniging, Gauteng. Lead the design and evolution of the full network architecture, guiding core networks to edge computing with a focus on scalability, resilience, and innovation.

You will direct architecture strategy across technologies, collaborate with executives, and mentor engineering teams to deliver high-availability telecom solutions that align with business goals and industry standards.