Remote Telecom Solutions Architect

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 2,470,000 - 3,129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive bonus structure

Remote work stipend

Job summary

Placements24 currently seeks a Remote Telecom Solutions Architect to design and evolve cutting-edge telecom solutions for clients worldwide. The role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while guiding the strategic direction of our network and communication services.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in telecom architecture, deep cloud-native expertise across AWS/Azure/GCP, and a proven track record in leading complex technical projects and client-facing

Qualifications

• 10+ years in telecom solutions architecture and design.
• Experience designing end-to-end telecom architectures for enterprise clients.
• Strong knowledge of cloud computing and virtualization technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end telecom solutions, including network, services, and apps.
• Collaborate with sales, product, and engineering to define requirements and strategies.
• Create architecture diagrams, specs, and implementation plans.
• Evaluate new technologies and vendor solutions for service offerings.
• Provide technical leadership across the solution lifecycle from concept to deployment.
• Lead PoC initiatives ensuring scalable, reliable, and secure solutions.

Skills

10+ years telecom experience

Cloud-native design

5G expertise

IoT integration

Cybersecurity

Client-facing leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/EE or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

VNFs

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Remote Telecom Solutions Architect to design and evolve cutting-edge telecommunications solutions for clients globally. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to the strategic direction of our advanced network and communication services. You will be responsible for creating robust, scalable, and secure architectures that meet complex client requirements and leverage the latest technologies in the field. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with a proven track record in designing enterprise-level telecom solutions and a deep understanding of cloud-native architectures and next-generation communication platforms, driving transformation from a distributed team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end telecom solutions , encompassing network infrastructure, services, and applications.
• Collaborate closely with sales, product management, and engineering teams to define solution requirements and technical strategies.
• Develop detailed architecture diagrams, technical specifications, and implementation plans.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and vendor solutions to enhance service offerings.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the solution lifecycle, from conception to deployment.
• Conduct proof-of-concept initiatives and ensure solutions are scalable, reliable, and secure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in telecom solutions architecture and design.
• Extensive knowledge of IP networking, cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP), and virtualized network functions (VNFs).
• Expertise in designing solutions for areas such as 5G, IoT, unified communications, and cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects and articulate intricate designs.
• Strong client-facing skills and experience presenting technical proposals.

Benefits

• Competitive executive salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Extensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous remote work stipend and home office support.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and industry recognition.
• A fully remote role offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.