Remote Telecoms Solutions Architect

Placements24; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Home office stipend

Flexible hours

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Telecoms Solutions Architect to lead the design and development of scalable and secure network solutions. You will be the technical authority on complex projects, translating business requirements into robust technical blueprints while collaborating with global teams in a fully remote role.

The role requires 10+ years in large-scale telecom design, deep knowledge of 5G/LTE, MPLS, SDN/NFV, and cloud-native functions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years designing and architecting large-scale telecom networks.
• Deep understanding of 5G, LTE, MPLS, SDN/NFV, and cloud-native network functions.
• Proven ability to translate business needs into viable technical solutions.
• Excellent communication and remote presentation skills; experience with executive stakeholders.
• Experience with vendor evaluations and selection in the telecom space.

Responsibilities

• Design high-level and detailed telecom network solutions for scalable, secure, cost-effective architectures.
• Create architectural blueprints, specifications, and proof-of-concept frameworks.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering, and sales to understand customer needs and market trends.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and provide adoption recommendations.
• Provide technical leadership to project teams throughout the lifecycle.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for all proposed and implemented solutions.

Skills

Telecoms architecture

Network design

5G / LTE

MPLS

SDN/NFV

Cloud-native networks

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Vendor evaluation processes

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative and experienced Remote Telecoms Solutions Architect to lead the design and development of cutting-edge network solutions. In this fully remote position, you will work independently and collaborate with global teams to architect scalable, resilient, and secure telecommunications systems. You will be the technical authority on complex projects, translating business requirements into effective technical blueprints that drive our service offerings forward. This role is ideal for a forward-thinking architect who excels in a remote setting and is passionate about shaping the future of telecommunications technology, contributing significantly to our client's strategic vision and operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Design high-level and detailed technical solutions for complex telecom network requirements, ensuring scalability, security, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop architectural blueprints, technical specifications, and proof-of-concept frameworks for new services and technologies.
• Collaborate closely with product management, engineering, and sales teams to understand customer needs and market trends.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations for adoption to enhance our network capabilities.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams throughout the solution lifecycle.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all proposed and implemented solutions.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in designing and architecting large-scale telecommunications networks.
• Deep understanding of 5G, LTE, MPLS, SDN/NFV , and cloud-native network functions.
• Proven ability to translate complex business needs into viable technical solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, comfortable presenting to technical and executive stakeholders remotely.
• Experience with vendor evaluations and selection processes in the telecom space.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with annual bonus potential.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Generous home office stipend and technology allowance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Continuous learning opportunities and support for professional growth in the telecoms sector.