Remote Senior Solutions Architect - Telecoms

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work from anywhere in South Aff

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development & certs

Generous paid time off

Flexible working hours

Performance-based bonuses

Access to global network of experts

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Solutions Architect to design end-to-end telecom solutions from a remote setting across South Africa. You will translate business needs into scalable network architectures for multi-vendor deployments and cloud-native platforms.

The role requires 10+ years in telecom architecture, strong leadership, and excellent remote collaboration skills. Certifications (TOGAF or cloud) are a plus, with a focus on delivering cutting-edge solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in telecom network design and architecture.
• Deep knowledge of 4G/5G NR, core and transport networks.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of SDN, NFV, and API integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of end-to-end telecom solutions spanning network, software and services.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering and product teams to define technical strategies.
• Create architecture blueprints, specs and proposals for complex projects.
• Evaluate new technologies to improve services and efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship throughout the lifecycle.
• Conduct feasibility studies and proofs-of-concept.
• Present solutions to technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Telecom architecture

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering / CS

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

SDN

NFV

APIs

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in telecommunications innovation, is actively seeking a highly experienced and visionary Senior Solutions Architect to join their fully remote team. This pivotal role involves conceptualizing and designing sophisticated technical solutions that drive the future of connectivity. You will work at the forefront of technological advancements, engaging with diverse stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into scalable, robust, and efficient network architectures. This position offers the unique advantage of working from anywhere within South Africa, fostering a flexible and productive work-life balance. We are looking for an individual with a proven track record in architecting large-scale telecom solutions, a deep understanding of emerging technologies like 5G, IoT, and cloud-native platforms, and a passion for solving intricate technical challenges. This is a strategic role demanding creative thinking and a commitment to delivering exceptional technical leadership in a remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of end-to-end telecommunications solutions, encompassing network infrastructure, software, and services.
• Collaborate closely with sales, engineering, and product management teams to understand customer needs and define technical strategies.
• Create detailed architecture blueprints, technical specifications, and proposals for complex projects.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and methodologies to enhance service offerings and operational efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to project teams throughout the solution lifecycle.
• Conduct technical feasibility studies and proof-of-concept initiatives.
• Present complex technical solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior management and clients.
• Ensure solutions adhere to industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Act as a subject matter expert on emerging telecom trends and technologies.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in telecommunications network design and architecture.
• Extensive knowledge of mobile network technologies (4G/LTE, 5G NR), core networks, and transport networks.
• Proven experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of software-defined networking (SDN), network function virtualization (NFV), and API integration.
• Demonstrated ability to architect complex, multi-vendor solutions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Experience working in a fully remote setup, demonstrating self-discipline and effective virtual teamwork.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., TOGAF, cloud architect certifications) are a significant plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary of R .
• Opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in South Africa.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Significant investment in professional development, training, and certifications.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Chance to influence the direction of cutting-edge telecom solutions.
• Collaborative virtual team environment.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Access to a global network of experts.