Cloud Network Engineer (Telecoms Focus)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Professional development (training, rе

Medical insurance

Retirement savings plan

Substantial annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Cloud Network Engineer to design, deploy, and manage scalable cloud networks for telecom services. You will work on AWS/Azure/GCP, implement VPCs, subnets, routing, and security groups, and automate provisioning with Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.

Strong telecom knowledge and remote collaboration are essential. The role offers a fully remote setup, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth in a cloud-native telecom environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years focused on cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong understanding of telecommunications network architecture and protocols.
• Proficiency with cloud networking services and concepts (VPCs, routing, firewalls, load balancing).
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation).
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and their networking requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain cloud-based network infrastructure for telecommunications services.
• Implement and manage VPCs, subnets, routing, and network security groups.
• Configure and manage cloud networking services such as load balancers, VPN gateways, and direct connections.
• Ensure network security best practices within the cloud environment.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues for reliability and scalability.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to support deployments.

Skills

Cloud networking

Network engineering

Telecom protocols

Problem solving

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

CloudFormation

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing telecommunications innovator, is looking for a highly skilled and adaptable Cloud Network Engineer with a strong focus on telecom applications to join their fully remote team. This position is ideal for professionals seeking to leverage their expertise in cloud networking within the dynamic telecom industry, working from anywhere in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, ZA . You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and managing scalable and resilient network infrastructures on leading cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) to support our cutting‑edge telecommunication services. This role demands a deep understanding of both cloud technologies and telecommunications networking principles, ensuring optimal performance, security, and cost-efficiency. We are committed to building a world‑class remote workforce and offer significant opportunities for professional growth and development in a cloud‑native environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain cloud‑based network infrastructure for telecommunications services.
• Implement and manage virtual private clouds (VPCs), subnets, routing, and network security groups.
• Configure and manage cloud networking services such as load balancers, VPN gateways, and direct connections.
• Ensure network security best practices are implemented and maintained within the cloud environment.
• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and optimize for reliability and scalability.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to support application deployments and infrastructure needs.
• Automate network provisioning and configuration using infrastructure‑as‑code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Stay current with cloud networking technologies and telecommunications trends, recommending improvements.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation.
• Participate in on‑call rotation for cloud network incident response.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years focused on cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong understanding of telecommunications network architecture and protocols.
• Proficiency with cloud networking services and concepts (VPCs, routing, firewalls, load balancing).
• Experience with infrastructure‑as‑code tools (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation).
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and their networking requirements.
• Familiarity with network monitoring and analysis tools.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to diagnose complex issues in distributed environments.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer Associate) are a plus.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package tailored for remote employees.

• Enjoy the flexibility of working from home, with a company stipend to enhance your home office setup.
• Our client provides extensive opportunities for professional development, including access to advanced training, certifications, and conferences.
• Top‑tier medical insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan.
• Substantial annual leave.

We foster a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative remote culture where your contributions are recognized and rewarded. Join us in shaping the future of telecommunications from the comfort of your own home.