Lead Research Hpc & Infrastructure Architect

Leibniz Association; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,300,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Health, dental, vision insurance

Unlimited PTO

Professional development budget

Remote work environment

High-performance computing equipment

Access to cutting-edge technologies

Job summary

Leibniz Association is seeking a Principal Telecom Solutions Architect for a fully remote role. The candidate will design end-to-end telecom solutions for enterprise and carrier clients, guiding product development and driving adoption of next-gen technologies.

The role requires 10+ years in telecommunications, with strong IP networking, 4G/5G, cloud, and UC expertise, plus excellent communication and leadership abilities. Remote collaboration with a global team is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate technical solutions and architectures for complex telecom requirements.
• Engage with clients to translate business needs into robust technical strategies.
• Design high-level and low-level designs for voice, data, video, and mobile networks.
• Evaluate technologies to enhance offerings and stay ahead of industry trends.
• Provide guidance during pre-sales and project implementation phases.

Skills

Visionary thinking

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Proposal/presentation skills

Independent remote work

Education

Master's degree in CS/EE/Telecom

Job description

Principal Telecom Solutions Architect - Remote

Our client, a global leader in telecommunications solutions, is actively seeking a visionary Principal Telecom Solutions Architectfor a fully remote position. This is a senior-level role focused on designing and conceptualizing innovative, end-to-end telecommunications solutions for enterprise and carrier clients. You will leverage your deep technical expertise and strategic thinking to define architectural blueprints, guide product development, and drive the adoption of next-generation technologies. Working remotely, you will collaborate with a dispersed, world-class engineering and sales force to shape the future of connectivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate comprehensive technical solutions and architectures for complex telecommunications requirements.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into robust technical strategies.
• Design and document high-level and low-level designs for voice, data, video, and mobile networks.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, platforms, and services to enhance our offerings.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering, and operations teams to ensure architectural integrity and feasibility.
• Provide expert technical guidance and support during the pre-sales and implementation phases of projects.
• Create compelling technical presentations, proposals, and proof-of-concept demonstrations.
• Stay at the forefront of industry trends and competitive landscape analysis related to telecommunications infrastructure.
• Mentor junior architects and engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices.

Requirements

• Master\'s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in telecommunications, with at least 5 years in a solutions architecture or senior engineering role.
• Extensive knowledge of various telecommunications domains, including IP networking, wireless (4G/5G), cloud, and unified communications.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing large-scale, complex network solutions.
• Excellent understanding of service provider and enterprise network architectures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Top-tier compensation package with significant bonus potential.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Unlimited paid time off.
• Generous professional development budget for conferences, training, and certifications.
• Fully remote work environment with a home office stipend.
• Company-provided high-performance computing equipment.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and challenging projects.
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance and employee well-being.