Remote Telecoms Network Architect

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier compensation

Fully remote position

Growth opportunities

Executive-level benefits

Access to learning resources

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Telecoms Network Architect to design and oversee next-gen network infrastructure. You’ll translate business needs into scalable, secure architectures from home, collaborating with engineering, product and leadership.

With 10+ years in telecom design, you will steer cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP), SDN, and security, while mentoring teams and shaping strategic roadmaps for global deployments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent with extensive experience in telecom networks.
• 10+ years in network architecture and large-scale telecom design.
• Deep expertise in routing, switching, QoS and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, document, and present telecom network architectures (IP, MPLS, SDN).
• Evaluate technologies to boost performance, capacity and resilience.
• Develop roadmaps and implementation plans for future needs.
• Lead and mentor network engineering teams through deployment.
• Ensure designs meet standards, security, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Network architecture

BGP

OSPF

Cloud networking

Network security

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Virtualization

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and highly experienced Remote Telecoms Network Architect to design and oversee the development of their next-generation telecommunications network infrastructure. This is a pivotal role where you will be instrumental in shaping the future of our connectivity solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and efficiency. Working from home, you will collaborate with engineering teams, product managers, and executive leadership to translate business requirements into robust and forward-thinking network designs. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary architect to leave a lasting impact on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, document, and present comprehensive telecom network architectures , including IP, MPLS, SDN, and cloud integration strategies.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and solutions to enhance network performance, capacity, and resilience.
• Develop strategic network roadmaps and implementation plans to meet future business demands.
• Lead and mentor network engineering teams in the implementation and optimization of designed architectures.
• Ensure network designs comply with industry standards, security best practices, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
• 10+ years of experience in network architecture and design, with a significant focus on large-scale telecommunications networks.
• Expertise in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), switching technologies, QoS, and network security.
• Proven experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and virtualization technologies.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning abilities.

Benefits

• Top-tier competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.
• Fully remote position with flexibility in working hours.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and influence in strategic decisions.
• Contribution to cutting-edge projects and the future of telecommunications technology .
• Access to the latest industry tools and learning resources.