Hybrid Telecoms Solutions Architect: Lead Network & Cloud

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking an innovative Telecoms Solutions Architect to join the technical leadership team. You will design end-to-end telecommunications solutions that align with business objectives and collaborate with pre-sales, engineering, and operations to deliver scalable, cost-effective platforms.

The ideal candidate has deep telecom knowledge (IP networking, MPLS, VoIP, wireless, cloud AWS/Azure), strong analytical and communication skills, and a proven track record delivering

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Significant experience as a Solutions Architect or Senior Network Engineer within telecoms.
• In-depth knowledge of IP networking, MPLS, VoIP, wireless, and cloud solutions (AWS, Azure).
• Experience in designing complex, large-scale network and IT infrastructure solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCIE, cloud architecture certifications) are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect comprehensive telecoms solutions, including network infrastructure, cloud integration, and service delivery platforms.
• Translate business and technical requirements into detailed solution designs and technical specifications.
• Evaluate and recommend technologies, platforms, and vendors to meet solution requirements.
• Collaborate with sales teams during the pre-sales process, providing technical expertise and developing proposals.
• Work closely with engineering and implementation teams to ensure successful deployment and integration of designed solutions.
• Develop proof-of-concept demonstrations and conduct technical feasibility studies.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in telecoms and IT.

Skills

IP networking

MPLS

VoIP

Wireless tech

Cloud architecture (AWS/Azure)

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Presentation skills

Stakeholder influence

Education

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

Tools

CCIE

Cloud certifications

Job description

Placements24 in Upington is seeking an innovative Telecoms Solutions Architect to join the technical leadership team. You will design end-to-end telecommunications solutions that align with business objectives and collaborate with pre-sales, engineering, and operations to deliver scalable, cost-effective platforms.

The ideal candidate has deep telecom knowledge (IP networking, MPLS, VoIP, wireless, cloud AWS/Azure), strong analytical and communication skills, and a proven track record delivering