Remote Senior Telecom Network Architect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier salary

Global health benefits

Conference attendance

Home office stipend

Remote work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecom Network Architect to shape our client's global telecommunications strategy in a fully remote capacity. You will lead high-level design, strategy, and roadmaps for complex networks, translating business needs into scalable, secure architectures.

You will guide engineering teams, evaluate new technologies (5G, SDN/NFV, cloud-native networking), and create comprehensive documentation.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years in telecommunications network design and architecture.
• Deep knowledge of 5G, SDN/NFV, and cloud-native networking.
• Extensive IP networking experience: routing protocols, MPLS etc.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the strategic architectural vision for the company’s telecommunications network.
• Design scalable, high-performance network architectures for core, edge, and access layers.
• Lead evaluation and selection of new network technologies, platforms, and vendors.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations and product teams to align designs with business goals.
• Create comprehensive architectural documentation including blueprints and standards.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to network engineering teams.

Skills

5G

SDN/NFV

Cloud-native networking

IP networking

BGP

OSPF

MPLS

Leadership & mentoring

Education

Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Senior Telecom Network Architect to join their globally distributed team in a fully remote capacity. This role is central to defining the future direction of our client's telecommunications infrastructure. You will be responsible for the high-level design, strategy, and technical roadmap for complex network solutions that support advanced communication services. The ideal candidate is a thought leader in the field, capable of translating business requirements into scalable, resilient, and secure network architectures, and adept at leading technical discussions across various stakeholder groups from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the strategic architectural vision for the company's telecommunications network, encompassing both current and future state requirements.
• Design scalable, high-performance, and cost-effective network architectures for core, edge, and access layers.
• Lead the evaluation and selection of new network technologies, platforms, and vendors.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and product teams to ensure architectural designs are feasible and aligned with business objectives.
• Create comprehensive architectural documentation, including blueprints, standards, and best practices.
• Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to network engineering teams.

Requirements

• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in telecommunications network design and architecture, with a significant portion focused on advanced technologies like 5G, SDN/NFV, and cloud-native networking.
• Extensive knowledge of IP networking, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), MPLS, and transport technologies.
• Proven experience in designing large-scale, distributed network environments.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence technical and business decisions effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Top-tier salary commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive global health benefits package.
• Significant opportunities for professional development, including attending international conferences.
• Allowance for home office setup and internet connectivity.
• A highly collaborative and innovative remote work culture with global reach.