Lead Telecom Solutions Architect

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical aid coverage

Retirement fund contribution

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Telecom Solutions Architect in Soweto, Gauteng to guide technical direction for telecoms services and infrastructure. You will architect scalable, reliable solutions, influencing product and platform choices with business value in mind.

The role requires deep telecoms knowledge, strategic thinking, and proven leadership to drive architectural decisions across mobile, fixed-line, and converged services. Based in a collaborative Soweto team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive telecom systems design and architecture experience.
• In-depth knowledge of 3G, 4G, 5G, LTE, IMS, VoIP, SD-WAN and CNFs.
• Experience leading complex technology projects and architectural decisions.
• Strong understanding of telecoms business models, market trends and regulatory landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain architectural blueprints for networks and services.
• Lead end-to-end design of mobile, fixed-line and converged telecom solutions.
• Evaluate technologies and platforms to meet objectives and requirements.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering and operations for implementation.
• Provide technical leadership to project teams during architecture and design.
• Conduct feasibility studies, performance analyses and cost-benefit assessments.
• Mentor junior architects and engineers to foster technical excellence.
• Represent the company's technical vision to stakeholders and partners.
• Ensure designs adhere to industry standards, best practices and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Presentation skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Education

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

Tools

OpenStack

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the South African telecoms industry , is looking for a visionary Lead Telecom Solutions Architect to join their innovative team based in Soweto, Gauteng . This senior position is crucial for defining and guiding the technical direction of our client's telecommunications services and infrastructure. You will be responsible for architecting cutting-edge solutions that meet evolving market demands and customer needs, ensuring scalability, reliability, and efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in telecommunications architecture, a strategic mindset, and a proven ability to translate complex business requirements into actionable technical designs. This role demands a deep understanding of various telecom technologies and a passion for driving technological advancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive architectural blueprints for the company's telecommunications networks and services.
• Lead the design and evolution of end-to-end telecommunications solutions, encompassing mobile, fixed-line, and converged services.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and platforms to meet business objectives and technical requirements.
• Collaborate closely with product management, engineering, and operations teams to ensure successful solution implementation.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams throughout the architecture and design phases.
• Conduct feasibility studies, performance analyses, and cost-benefit assessments for proposed solutions.
• Mentor junior architects and engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
• Represent the company's technical vision to internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Ensure architectural designs adhere to industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in telecommunications systems design and architecture.
• In-depth knowledge of 3G, 4G, 5G, LTE, IMS, VoIP, SD-WAN, and cloud-native network functions (CNFs).
• Expertise in network planning, capacity management, and service assurance.
• Proven experience in leading complex technology projects and driving architectural decisions.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications business models, market trends, and regulatory landscapes.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with open-source telecom technologies and virtualization platforms (e.g., OpenStack, Kubernetes).
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and translate technical concepts into business value within the telecoms industry.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration package, including a substantial annual bonus, comprehensive medical aid coverage, and a generous retirement fund contribution.
• Professional development is highly valued, with significant opportunities for advanced training, attending international conferences, and pursuing relevant certifications.
• This role provides the unique chance to influence the strategic direction of a major telecoms operator and work with state-of-the-art technologies.
• The successful candidate will be based at our central Soweto office, offering a stable and collaborative working environment with extensive opportunities for career growth within the organization.