Lead Telecom Systems Architect — Shape Next-Gen Networks

Placements24; Centurion; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Executive health benefits

On-site role in Centurion

Professional growth opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Telecom Systems Architect to define the architectural roadmap for next‑generation telecom services in Centurion, Gauteng. You will translate business requirements into robust blueprints, oversee multi‑system integration, and drive scalable, resilient network platforms.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in telecom design and architecture, deep knowledge of 4G/5G, IP networking, cloud native solutions, SOA and microservices, plus proven leadership of technical teams.

Qualifikationen

• Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in telecommunications system design and architecture.
• In-depth knowledge of mobile network architectures (4G LTE, 5G NR), IP networking, and cloud computing principles.
• Experience with service-oriented architecture (SOA) and microservices design patterns.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of telecommunication protocols and standards (SIP, Diameter, SS7, TCP/IP).
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience managing technical teams.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in Centurion, Gauteng or similar technologically advanced urban environments is advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Develop and maintain the architecture for telecom systems aligned with business objectives and technological trends.
• Lead design and integration of 5G, IoT, cloud-native solutions, and SDN technologies.
• Evaluate technologies, platforms, and vendors to meet architectural requirements.
• Provide technical leadership to engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with product management and operations to define system requirements.
• Conduct architectural reviews, performance analyses, and capacity planning.
• Define standards, best practices, and guidelines for telecom system design.
• Identify and mitigate architectural risks and propose alternatives.
• Stay informed on emerging telecom technologies and industry trends.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Analytical

Ausbildung

Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

VMware

KVM

SOA

Microservices

SIP

Diameter

SS7

TCP/IP

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Telecom Systems Architect to define the architectural roadmap for next‑generation telecom services in Centurion, Gauteng. You will translate business requirements into robust blueprints, oversee multi‑system integration, and drive scalable, resilient network platforms.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in telecom design and architecture, deep knowledge of 4G/5G, IP networking, cloud native solutions, SOA and microservices, plus proven leadership of technical teams.