Lead Telecoms Network Engineer (Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Home office allowance

Health benefits

Remote work autonomy

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Telecoms Network Engineer to spearhead design, deployment, and optimization of complex networks in a fully remote work structure. You will guide a distributed team, set technical direction, and ensure project success while driving operational excellence.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in telecom network engineering, leadership experience, and deep knowledge of BGP/OSPF, VPNs, firewalls, and cloud networking (AWS/Azure).

Qualifications

• 7+ years in telecom network engineering, with 2+ years in lead/supervisory role.
• Expertise in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), switching, firewalls, VPNs, and load balancing.
• Experience with network automation tools (Ansible, Python) and CI/CD.
• Strong cloud networking knowledge (AWS, Azure).
• Excellent leadership and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, deployment, and management of complex network infrastructure.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a distributed team.
• Develop and implement network standards, best practices, and automation strategies.
• Troubleshoot high-level network incidents to minimize business impact.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define network requirements and align with business goals.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

BGP

OSPF

Routing & Switching

Firewalls

VPNs

Load Balancing

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering/Telecommunications

Tools

Ansible

Python

CI/CD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dynamic Lead Telecoms Network Engineer to spearhead network initiatives within a fully remote work structure. In this leadership role, you will guide a team of network engineers in the design, implementation, and optimization of sophisticated telecommunications networks. You will be responsible for setting technical direction, ensuring project success, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation among distributed team members. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional seeking to make a significant impact on critical network infrastructure while enjoying the flexibility of remote work, driving operational excellence and technological advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, deployment, and management of complex network infrastructure, including core routing, switching, and security solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of network engineers, overseeing project execution and delivery.
• Develop and implement network standards, best practices, and automation strategies to enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve high-level network incidents, ensuring minimal impact on business operations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across various departments to define network requirements and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending solutions for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in telecom network engineering, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Expertise in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), switching, firewalls, VPNs, and load balancing.
• Experience with network automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python) and CI/CD principles.
• Strong understanding of cloud networking concepts (AWS, Azure).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, adapted for a remote team environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentive programs.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and ongoing remote work expenses.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
• The autonomy and flexibility of a fully remote position.