Remote Cloud Network Architect

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 2,369,000 - 3,892,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Stock options or bonuses

Professional development budget

Flexible remote schedule

Unlimited PTO

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Cloud Network Architect to design and implement scalable, secure cloud networks across major cloud platforms. This senior role requires deep expertise in cloud networking, IaC and automated deployment, with a distributed, remote-first work environment.

You will mentor other engineers, shape our cloud network strategy, and collaborate with global teams to deliver resilient infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field. Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years in network engineering with 5+ years cloud networking architecture.
• Experience designing/deploying complex networks in AWS/Azure/GCP.
• Strong understanding of SDN, VNF, load balancing, security groups.
• Proficiency with IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM).
• Knowledge of BGP, OSPF, MPLS, DNS, DHCP.
• Kubernetes networking experience is a plus.
• Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable, secure cloud network architectures on major platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop cloud networking standards and best practices.
• Implement and manage virtual networking components (VPCs, VNETs, firewalls, load balancers, VPNs).
• Ensure security compliance and controls in cloud environments.
• Collaborate with DevOps/SRE to automate provisioning via IaC.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud networking issues and provide expert resolution.
• Evaluate new cloud networking technologies and services.
• Maintain network documentation, diagrams and runbooks.
• Mentor other network engineers on cloud practices.
• Participate in on-call rotation for incidents.

Skills

Cloud networking

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

ARM templates

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in telecommunications innovation, is seeking a highly skilled and visionary Remote Cloud Network Architect. This fully remote position offers a unique opportunity to design and implement sophisticated cloud-based network solutions that power our next-generation services. You will be instrumental in architecting resilient, scalable, and secure network infrastructures within major cloud environments. This role is perfect for an experienced professional who thrives in a remote-first setting, capable of collaborating effectively with distributed teams across the globe. Based anywhere, but contributing significantly to our national network strategy, you will leverage your expertise to shape the future of cloud networking.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, secure, and highly available network solutions on major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop cloud network strategies, standards, and best practices for the organization.
• Implement and manage virtual networking components, including VPCs, VNETs, firewalls, load balancers, and VPNs.
• Ensure network security compliance and implement robust security controls in cloud environments.
• Collaborate with DevOps and SRE teams to automate network provisioning, deployment, and management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues in cloud environments, providing expert-level resolution.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud networking technologies and services.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational runbooks.
• Mentor and guide other network engineers on cloud networking best practices.
• Participate in on-call rotation for critical network incidents.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field; Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in network engineering, with at least 5 years focused on cloud networking architecture.
• Extensive experience designing and deploying complex networks in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Deep understanding of cloud networking concepts, including SDN, VNF, load balancing, and security groups.
• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.
• Strong knowledge of traditional networking protocols and technologies (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, DNS, DHCP).
• Experience with container networking (e.g., Kubernetes networking) is a plus.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer Associate) are highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences remotely.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous stock options or performance bonuses.
• Professional development budget for training and certifications.
• Flexible remote work schedule.
• Unlimited PTO policy.
• Home office stipend.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects.