Remote Senior Telecom Solutions Architect

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary and bonuses

Full remote work flexibility

Generous annual leave and public-holid

Home office setup and internet costs

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional growth and conferences

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Remote Senior Telecom Solutions Architect to lead the design and evolution of its telecommunications infrastructure. This fully remote position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa.

The role demands translating complex business needs into architectural blueprints. You will drive end-to-end solutions, collaborate with engineering teams, and mentor staff while staying ahead of industry trends in 5G, NFV/SDN, and cloud-native

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in telecommunications network design and architecture.
• Expertise in 5G, LTE, IMS, VoIP and related mobile/fixed technologies.
• Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with NFV and software-defined networking (SDN).
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools.
• Excellent communication and ability to work remotely on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the overall technical architecture for telecommunications services, aligning with business objectives.
• Design end‑to‑end solutions for new products and services, encompassing network, compute, and storage requirements.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and vendors to meet architectural goals.
• Create detailed architectural documentation, including diagrams, specifications, and proposals.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure successful implementation of architectural designs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development and operations teams.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in telecommunications and cloud computing.
• Conduct feasibility studies and proof‑of‑concepts for new technologies.
• Define and enforce architectural standards and governance.
• Present technical solutions and strategies to stakeholders at various levels.

Skills

5G

LTE

IMS

VoIP

Cloud-native architectures

Containerization

Docker

Kubernetes

NFV

SDN

Automation scripting

Education

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

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

NFV

SDN

Job description

Job Summary

Remote Senior Telecom Solutions Architect

Our client is looking for a visionary Remote Senior Telecom Solutions Architect to spearhead the design and evolution of their telecommunications infrastructure. This fully remote position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. The role demands a deep understanding of current and emerging telecom technologies, with a focus on translating complex business needs into comprehensive architectural blueprints.

Location and Salary

Remote (South Africa) – R700,000 - R1,200,000 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the overall technical architecture for telecommunications services, aligning with business objectives.
• Design end‑to‑end solutions for new products and services, encompassing network, compute, and storage requirements.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and vendors to meet architectural goals.
• Create detailed architectural documentation, including diagrams, specifications, and proposals.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure successful implementation of architectural designs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development and operations teams.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in telecommunications and cloud computing.
• Conduct feasibility studies and proof‑of‑concepts for new technologies.
• Define and enforce architectural standards and governance.
• Present technical solutions and strategies to stakeholders at various levels.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
• 10+ years of experience in telecommunications network design and architecture.
• Proven track record in designing large‑scale, high‑availability telecom solutions.
• Expertise in 5G, LTE, IMS, VoIP, and other relevant mobile and fixed‑line technologies.
• Strong understanding of cloud‑native architectures and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with network function virtualization (NFV) and software‑defined networking (SDN).
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools.
• Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance‑based bonuses.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere in South Africa.
• Generous annual leave and public holiday allowance.
• Contribution towards home office setup and internet costs.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, training, and attending industry conferences.
• Access to cutting‑edge technologies and a stimulating problem‑solving environment.

Eligibility and Compliance

Right to work in South Africa. Background checks and reference checks required.

Diversity and Inclusion

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to diversity and inclusion.