Remote Senior Solutions Architect - Telecoms

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote-first flexibility

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Solutions Architect for a fully remote role across South Africa. You will design scalable telecom solutions, lead architecture efforts, and translate business requirements into robust network designs.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in telecom network design, expertise in 5G, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), SDN/NFV, and strong stakeholder communication for remote collaboration.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in telecommunications network design and architecture.
• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of end-to-end telecommunications solutions, encompassing network infrastructure, software, and services.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and product management to define technical strategies.
• Create architecture blueprints, technical specifications, and proposals for complex projects.
• Evaluate and recommend technologies to enhance offerings and efficiency.
• Provide technical mentorship to project teams throughout the lifecycle.
• Conduct feasibility studies and proof-of-concept initiatives.
• Present complex solutions to technical and non-technical audiences including senior management.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Act as SME on emerging telecom trends and technologies.

Skills

telecom network design

5G NR

cloud platforms

SDN

NFV

APIs

multi-vendor architectures

remote collaboration

communication skills

presentation skills

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

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.