Global Remote Telecoms Architect — Cloud-Native 5G Core

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global health insurance coverage

Paid time off and flexible hours

Professional development and globalcon

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms Network Architect for a fully remote, international team. You will define and evolve core network architectures, design scalable, resilient solutions, and guide engineering disciplines across borders.

The role requires a Master's in a related field and 10+ years in telecom network design, with expertise in IP/MPLS, SDN/NFV, 5G Core, security, and service orchestration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive telecom network design and architecture experience.
• Deep understanding of core network technologies (IP/MPLS, SDN/NFV, 5G Core).
• Proven ability to design scalable, mission-critical telecom networks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain architecture strategy for core telecom networks.
• Design high-level and low-level network architectures for services and upgrades.
• Evaluate technologies, platforms, and vendor solutions.
• Create architectural documentation and roadmaps.
• Provide technical leadership to engineering teams.
• Conduct architectural reviews and ensure standards compliance.
• Identify architectural risks and dependencies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align architecture with business goals.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices.

Skills

Network architecture design

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Excellent communication

Remote collaboration

Security integration

Education

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

Tools

IP/MPLS

SDN/NFV

5G Core

Cloud-native architectures

Service orchestration

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms Network Architect for a fully remote, international team. You will define and evolve core network architectures, design scalable, resilient solutions, and guide engineering disciplines across borders.

The role requires a Master's in a related field and 10+ years in telecom network design, with expertise in IP/MPLS, SDN/NFV, 5G Core, security, and service orchestration.