Remote Senior Cloud Network Architect

Placements24

Stellenbosch

Hybrid

ZAR 1,976,000 - 2,964,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer for our global remote team. The role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable network architectures that support our cloud services and millions of users worldwide.

You will architect complex networking solutions, ensure security, and drive reliability in a remote-first environment. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with enterprise or cloud networks, hands-on expertise in BGP/OSPF, and proficiency in

Qualifications

Experience designing and managing large-scale enterprise or cloud networks.
Strong routing (BGP/OSPF), switching, and security (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs).
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in CS/Engineering.

Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and manage multi-site network infrastructures (LAN/WAN, VPNs, firewalls).
Architect scalable cloud network solutions for public and private clouds.
Enforce network security policies and best practices.
Monitor performance, troubleshoot, and ensure high availability.
Lead capacity planning and lifecycle management for hardware/software.
Collaborate with systems, DevOps, and developers to meet network needs.
Evaluate new network technologies to improve performance and security.
Maintain comprehensive network documentation and diagrams.
Mentor junior network engineers and share knowledge.
Participate in on-call rotations for 24/7 support.