Remote Lead 5G Network Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Remote work

Healthcare coverage

Professional development budget

Industry impact

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Remote Lead 5G Network Engineer to spearhead the design, deployment, and optimization of next-generation 5G networks from a home office. You will guide a team of engineers across core and RAN components, driving innovative solutions and best practices.

The role requires 10+ years in mobile networks with 5+ years in 5G, strong leadership, and expertise in cloud-native and virtualization tech. A fully remote setup offers significant impact and career growth.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in mobile network engineering, with at least 5 years focused specifically on 5G technologies.
• Deep understanding of 5G standards, NSA/SA architectures, and core/RAN components.
• Proven experience leading technical teams and managing remote projects.
• Expertise in network virtualization, cloud-native technologies, and related tooling.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, architecture, and deployment of scalable 5G solutions.
• Oversee 5G core deployments (UPF, SMF, AMF, NRF) and RAN integration.
• Mentor and manage a remote team of 5G engineers.
• Develop strategies for capacity planning and performance tuning of 5G services.
• Troubleshoot complex 5G issues and enforce engineering standards.

Skills

Leadership

5G networking

SDN/NFV

Cloud-native

Mentoring

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering/CS

Tools

5G Core

Cloud platforms

SDN/NFV platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a visionary Remote Lead 5G Network Engineer to spearhead the development and deployment of their next-generation 5G network infrastructure . This is a senior leadership role, fully remote, requiring extensive expertise in 5G technologies and a passion for innovation. You will guide a team of talented engineers in designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting complex 5G core and radio access network (RAN) components. This position offers a unique chance to make a significant impact on the future of mobile connectivity from the comfort of your home office, working with a forward-thinking company committed to technological advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of 5G network solutions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Oversee the deployment and integration of 5G core network elements, including UPF, SMF, AMF, and NRF.
• Manage and mentor a team of 5G network engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence.
• Develop strategies for network optimization , capacity planning, and performance tuning of 5G services.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across the 5G ecosystem, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure rapid resolution.
• Define and enforce network engineering standards and best practices for 5G deployments.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in mobile network engineering, with at least 5 years focused specifically on 5G technologies .
• Deep understanding of 5G standards, architecture (NSA/SA), and key components (Core, RAN).
• Proven experience in leading technical teams and managing complex projects remotely.
• Expertise in network virtualization, SDN/NFV, and cloud-native technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work setup with excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Significant budget for professional development, including conferences and certifications.
• Opportunity to shape the future of telecommunications technology.