Remote Telecoms Cloud Solutions Architect

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Híbrido; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 000 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Remote work flexibility

Professional growth opportunities

Certifications support

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunication Cloud Solutions Architect for a fully remote role. You will design and implement cloud-based telecom solutions, including 5G core, NFV, and edge computing, collaborating with global teams.

Lead end-to-end architecture, evaluate cloud services, and craft implementation roadmaps while ensuring security, performance and cost efficiency across multi-cloud environments.

Qualificações

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of designing cloud solutions with focus on telecommunications.
• In-depth knowledge of AWS, Azure, and GCP services for telcos.
• Extensive experience with Docker and Kubernetes and orchestration platforms.
• Strong understanding of NFV/SDN and telecom network architectures (5G core, IMS).
• Scripting proficiency (Python, Ansible) for automation and infra management.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

Responsabilidades

• Architect end-to-end cloud solutions for telecom workloads (5G core, vRAN, IMS).
• Lead migration of telecom functions to cloud-native environments.
• Evaluate and recommend cloud services, technologies, and vendors.
• Create architectural blueprints and implementation roadmaps.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and operations for deployment and integration.
• Define requirements for cloud infra focusing on performance, security, and cost.

Conhecimentos

Cloud architecture

Telecom domain expertise

Remote work experience

CI/CD practices

DevOps mindset

Python scripting

Formação académica

Master's or Bachelor's in CS/Engineering

Ferramentas

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

Python

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in telecommunications technology, is seeking an innovative and experienced Remote Telecoms Cloud Solutions Architect. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to design and implement cutting-edge cloud-based solutions for the telecommunications sector from anywhere. You will be instrumental in architecting robust, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructures that support our client's diverse range of services, including 5G core, network functions virtualization (NFV), and edge computing. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), and telecommunications network principles. Your expertise will drive the digital transformation of telecom networks, enabling greater agility, efficiency, and new service innovation. This role demands strong technical vision, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead complex architectural initiatives remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end cloud solutions for telecommunications workloads, including 5G core, vRAN, and IMS.
• Develop strategies for migrating existing telecom network functions to cloud-native environments.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate cloud services, technologies, and vendors.
• Create detailed architectural blueprints, documentation, and implementation roadmaps.
• Collaborate with engineering, product development, and operations teams to ensure successful solution deployment and integration.
• Define requirements for cloud infrastructure, focusing on performance, scalability, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on cloud best practices, containerization, and microservices architecture.
• Conduct proof-of-concepts (PoCs) and technical evaluations of new cloud technologies.
• Ensure solutions comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends in cloud computing and telecommunications, such as edge computing and multi-cloud strategies.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in designing and implementing cloud solutions, with a strong focus on the telecommunications industry.
• In-depth knowledge of major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their services relevant to telcos.
• Extensive experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration platforms.
• Strong understanding of NFV/SDN principles and telecommunications network architectures (e.g., 5G core, IMS).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Ansible) for automation and infrastructure management.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fully remote, collaborative team environment.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers unparalleled flexibility and the chance to shape the future of cloud-enabled telecommunications infrastructure. Our client provides a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and significant opportunities for professional growth and certification in leading cloud technologies. You will be working with a world-class team, contributing to transformative projects from Mahikeng, North West , or your preferred remote location. This role is ideal for a visionary architect passionate about driving innovation in the telecom cloud space.