Remote Senior Telecom Software Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote with flexible hours

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Professional growth opportunities

Industry conferences & learning

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Telecom Software Engineer to join its innovative product development team. You will design, develop, and deploy scalable telecom software from anywhere in South Africa.

The role emphasizes collaboration with an international team, high-performance code, and contribution to cutting-edge telecom projects. A strong background in distributed systems and cloud/container tech is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field.
• 7+ years experience in software development with telecom focus.
• Strong knowledge of SIP, SS7, and BGP protocols.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, C++, or Go.
• Experience with AWS/Azure/GCP and containers (Docker, Kubernetes).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy telecommunication software.
• Write clean, documented code in Python/Java/C++.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers on requirements.
• Optimize backend performance and scalability.
• Participate in code reviews and resolve defects.
• Contribute to DevOps processes and best practices.

Skills

Python

Java

C++

Go

Distributed systems

Microservices

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

SIP

SS7

Network architectures

PostgreSQL

Redis

Terraform

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in CS/SE

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Kafka

PostgreSQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Remote Senior Telecom Software Engineer to join their innovative product development team. This is a fully remote position that allows you to contribute to the design, development, and deployment of cutting‑edge software solutions for the telecommunications industry from anywhere in South Africa . You will work on complex systems, collaborate with a talented international team, and play a key role in shaping the future of our client's offerings. The ideal candidate is passionate about building scalable, high‑performance software and thrives in a dynamic, collaborative remote work environment focused on the telecoms sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy robust, scalable software for telecommunications applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and well‑documented code in languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other engineers to define software requirements and technical designs.
• Optimize software performance and ensure the reliability and scalability of backend systems.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software defects and production issues.
• Contribute to the evolution of our software development processes and best practices.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience, with a significant portion focused on the telecoms industry.
• Deep understanding of telecommunications protocols (e.g., SIP, SS7, BGP) and network architectures.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++, Go).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong knowledge of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and database technologies.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and annual bonus package.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and internet expenses.
• Opportunities for professional growth, attending industry conferences, and continuous learning.
• Chance to work on transformative projects in the rapidly evolving telecoms space.