Remote Senior Network Architect

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Unlimited PTO

Professional development budget

Remote-first culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Architect for a fully remote role to design and oversee our global telecommunications network infrastructure. This senior position requires deep technical expertise and strategic thinking to deliver scalable, secure network solutions for a rapidly growing business.

You will collaborate with distributed engineering teams, define roadmaps, establish best practices, mentor engineers, and drive innovation while maintaining high performance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years in network engineering/architecture in large-scale environments.
• Expert knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS) and MPLS.
• Deep understanding of network security, firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs.
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid clouds.
• Strong analytical and communication skills for remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Design network architectures meeting scalability, reliability, and security requirements.
• Lead evaluation of new network technologies, protocols, and vendors.
• Develop and maintain global network standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with security teams to integrate robust security measures.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to distributed network teams.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues spanning multiple domains.

Skills

BGP

OSPF

IS-IS

MPLS

WAN optimization

Cloud networking

AWS

Azure

GCP

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/Engineering

Advanced networking certifications

Tools

Cisco IOS

Juniper Junos

Firewall technologies

VPN technologies

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an exceptional, fully remote Senior Network Architect to design and oversee the implementation of our global telecommunications network infrastructure. This senior-level position demands deep technical expertise and strategic vision to create scalable, secure, and high-performance network solutions that support our rapidly growing business needs. You will work collaboratively with distributed engineering teams, product managers, and stakeholders to define network roadmaps, establish best practices, and drive innovation. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our technical foundation from anywhere, contributing to a culture that prioritizes remote collaboration, autonomy, and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, document, and advocate for network architectures that meet business requirements for scalability, reliability, security, and performance.
• Lead the evaluation and selection of new network technologies, protocols, and vendors.
• Develop and maintain network standards, policies, and best practices for global deployment.
• Collaborate with security teams to ensure robust network security measures are integrated into the architecture.
• Provide expert-level technical guidance and mentorship to network engineering teams across different locations.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues that span multiple domains and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced certifications are a strong plus.
• 10+ years of experience in network engineering and architecture, with a significant focus on large-scale, complex environments.
• Expert-level knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS), switching technologies, MPLS, and WAN optimization.
• Deep understanding of network security principles, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and VPNs.
• Proven experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid cloud architectures.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills, with strong written and verbal communication abilities suitable for a remote-first team.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and stock options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous home office stipend and remote work support.
• Unlimited paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Professional development budget for conferences, training, and certifications.
• Opportunity to shape the future of a cutting-edge telecommunications network from your home office.