Remote Cloud Network Architect

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first culture

Home office stipend

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development & conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Cloud Network Architect to design and evolve a distributed cloud infrastructure for a global telecommunications leader. The role is fully remote and South Africa-based, focusing on resilient, scalable, and secure network solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

You will lead architecture, governance, and integration with CI/CD while mentoring engineering teams and ensuring optimal performance in a multi-cloud environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in network architecture and engineering, with at least 5 years in cloud networking.
• Deep understanding of cloud networking concepts and services (AWS VPC, Transit Gateway, Azure VNet, GCP).
• Experience with container networking (Kubernetes CNI) and microservices architectures.
• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Strong knowledge of routing, load balancing, and cloud security in cloud contexts.
• Excellent problem-solving and ability to analyze complex issues remotely.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for distributed teams.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer) are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage cloud-native network architectures on AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Develop and maintain network connectivity strategies including VPCs/VNETs, peering, VPNs, and direct connect.
• Define and enforce network security best practices within cloud environments.
• Architect solutions for high availability, DR, and scalability of network services.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to integrate network solutions into CI/CD.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud networking technologies and services.
• Create comprehensive network design documentation with diagrams and specs.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams.
• Monitor and optimize network performance in distributed environments.

Skills

Cloud networking

Networking security

Terraform

CloudFormation

Kubernetes CNI

Remote collaboration

CI/CD integration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Master's degree (plus)

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in cloud-based telecommunications solutions, is actively seeking an experienced and innovative Remote Cloud Network Architect to design and oversee the evolution of their distributed cloud infrastructure. This fully remote position offers an unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of our network services from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for architecting resilient, scalable, and secure network solutions that support our diverse range of cloud offerings. The ideal candidate thrives in a virtual environment, possesses exceptional technical depth in cloud networking, and excels at collaborating with remote teams to drive strategic network initiatives. This role is critical in ensuring our cloud platform remains robust, efficient, and at the forefront of technological advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage cloud-native network architectures on major public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and maintain network connectivity strategies, including VNETs/VPCs, peering, VPNs, and direct connect solutions.
• Define and enforce network security best practices within the cloud environment, including firewall rules, security groups, and network segmentation.
• Architect solutions for high availability, disaster recovery, and scalability of network services.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to integrate network solutions into CI/CD pipelines.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud networking technologies and services.
• Create comprehensive network design documentation, including diagrams and specifications.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams.
• Ensure network performance monitoring and optimization in a distributed environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field; Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in network architecture and engineering, with at least 5 years focused on cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Deep understanding of cloud networking concepts, services, and best practices (e.g., AWS VPC, Transit Gateway, Azure VNet, GCP Network).
• Experience with container networking (e.g., Kubernetes CNI) and microservices architectures.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Strong knowledge of routing protocols, load balancing, and network security in cloud contexts.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex technical issues remotely.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working effectively in distributed teams.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty, Azure Network Engineer Associate) are highly advantageous.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote position offering a competitive salary and a performance bonus structure.
• Our client provides a comprehensive remote work package, including a home office stipend, and robust health, dental, and vision insurance.
• We offer excellent opportunities for professional development, online training, and conference attendance.
• Join a forward-thinking company that embraces a remote-first culture and offers a truly global perspective on cloud telecommunications.