Remote Telecoms Solutions Architect

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Attractive salary and bonus package

Health, wellness, retirement benefits

Generous vacation and holidays

Professional growth and advanced培训

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Remote Telecoms Solutions Architect to design scalable telecom solutions for global clients. The role is fully remote and requires deep expertise in IP networking, MPLS, BGP, LTE/5G, and cloud integration.

You will collaborate with sales, engineering, and product teams to craft winning proposals and ensure successful technical delivery from anywhere, with leadership in remote settings and a focus on secure, cost-efficient architectures.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in telecommunications network design and architecture.
• Proven expertise in designing complex solutions involving IP networking, MPLS, BGP, wireless (LTE/5G), and cloud integration.
• Strong understanding of SDN, NFV, and virtualization technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end telecommunications solutions for enterprise and service provider clients.
• Translate business requirements into detailed technical specifications and architectural designs.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and platforms to meet project objectives.
• Develop high-level and low-level network designs, including topology, hardware, and software configurations.
• Collaborate with sales teams to provide technical expertise during the pre-sales process.
• Present technical solutions and proposals to clients and stakeholders.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, resilient, secure, and cost-effective.
• Stay abreast of emerging telecommunications technologies and industry trends.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project implementation teams.
• Contribute to the development of reusable architectural patterns and best practices.

Skills

IP networking

MPLS

BGP

LTE/5G

Cloud integration

SDN/NFV

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Telecommunications

Tools

CCDE

JNCIE-SP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in telecommunications technology and services, is seeking an innovative and experienced Remote Telecoms Solutions Architect to join their prestigious engineering division. This role is fully remote, allowing talented professionals to contribute to groundbreaking projects from anywhere. The Solutions Architect will be responsible for designing comprehensive and scalable telecommunications solutions tailored to meet complex client requirements. This involves conceptualizing network architectures, defining technical strategies, and ensuring the integration of various technologies, including fixed-line, mobile, cloud, and IP networking. We are looking for a visionary individual with a deep understanding of the telecommunications landscape, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to translate business needs into robust technical designs. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of telecommunications infrastructure within a leading organization, working entirely remotely. You will collaborate with sales, engineering, and product teams to develop winning proposals and ensure the successful technical delivery of solutions. The fully remote setup fosters an environment where strategic thinking and technical expertise are paramount, allowing for global collaboration and impact without geographical constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end telecommunications solutions for enterprise and service provider clients.
• Translate business requirements into detailed technical specifications and architectural designs.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and platforms to meet project objectives.
• Develop high-level and low-level network designs, including topology, hardware, and software configurations.
• Collaborate with sales teams to provide technical expertise during the pre-sales process.
• Present technical solutions and proposals to clients and stakeholders.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, resilient, secure, and cost-effective.
• Stay abreast of emerging telecommunications technologies and industry trends.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project implementation teams.
• Contribute to the development of reusable architectural patterns and best practices.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in telecommunications network design and architecture.
• Proven expertise in designing complex solutions involving IP networking, MPLS, BGP, wireless (LTE/5G), and cloud integration.
• Strong understanding of SDN, NFV, and virtualization technologies.
• Experience with service provider network infrastructure and enterprise solutions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, suitable for remote client interaction.
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead technical discussions in a remote setting.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCDE, JNCIE-SP) are a strong advantage.

Benefits

• Fully remote employment with the flexibility to work from anywhere.
• Highly attractive salary and bonus package.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits.
• Generous paid vacation and company holidays.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and advanced technical training.
• Access to industry-leading tools and resources.
• The chance to work on cutting-edge telecommunications projects with global impact.
• A dynamic and forward-thinking remote work culture.