Remote Senior Network Architect | Cloud & 5G

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid contributions

Retirement fund

Ongoing professional development

Performance bonuses

Access to latest technology and tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Network Solutions Architect to design and deliver end-to-end telecom network solutions in a remote-first setup. You will shape architectural vision, ensure scalability, reliability and security across cloud and on-prem environments.

The role requires deep expertise in IP networks, MPLS, BGP/OSPF, SDN/NFV, and cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP). 5G/LTE and optical networking are a plus, with leadership and mentorship responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with remote or distributed teams.
• Knowledge of SDN/NFV, cloud networking and virtualization.
• Desirable: 5G/LTE and optical networking.
• Industry certs such as CCIE, CCNP, or JNCIE are a plus.
• Bachelor's or Master's in CS, EE, Telecommunications or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end telecommunications network solutions, from conceptualization to deployment.
• Develop detailed technical specifications and architectural diagrams for complex network systems.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering, and operations to define requirements and roadmaps.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and vendors to enhance network performance.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects and engineers.
• Conduct performance analysis, capacity planning, and troubleshooting of network issues.
• Ensure designs comply with security best practices and regulatory standards.
• Present proposals to stakeholders at various levels.
• Develop and maintain documentation for architectures and designs.
• Stay updated on trends in telecommunications and networking.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Remote work experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/EE/Telecommunications

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Network Solutions Architect to design and deliver end-to-end telecom network solutions in a remote-first setup. You will shape architectural vision, ensure scalability, reliability and security across cloud and on-prem environments.

The role requires deep expertise in IP networks, MPLS, BGP/OSPF, SDN/NFV, and cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP). 5G/LTE and optical networking are a plus, with leadership and mentorship responsibilities.