Remote Senior Telecom Software Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Remote; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Fully remote

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Remote Senior Telecom Software Engineer to join our innovative product development team. This fully remote role allows you to contribute to design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge telecommunications software from anywhere in South Africa.

You will work on complex systems with an international team, applying expertise in Python/Java/C++, cloud platforms, and microservices to deliver scalable solutions while maintaining high performance and

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience with a focus on telecoms.
• Deep understanding of telecom protocols (SIP, SS7, BGP) and network architectures.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, C++, or Go.
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of distributed systems and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy robust, scalable software for telecommunications applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in 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.

Skills

Python

Java

C++

Go

Docker

Kubernetes

Distributed systems

Microservices

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science/Software Engineering (or related field)

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

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.