Senior 5G Network Architect

Placements24; Johannesburg; Ibrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement plans

Performance-based bonuses

Hybrid work environment

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Senior 5G Network Architect to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge 5G solutions in Johannesburg, Gauteng, with a strong emphasis on scalable, resilient networks.

You will lead end-to-end designs across RAN, transport, and core networks, collaborate with engineering, operations, and product teams, and mentor junior engineers in a hybrid work model with remote flexibility.

Competenze

• Minimum 8 years in telecommunications network design and architecture.
• Expertise in 5G NR, 5G Core (AMF/SMF/UPF) and transport networks.
• Experience with NFV, SDN and cloud-native architectures.
• Strong RF planning, optimization, and performance monitoring.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work in a hybrid team environment.

Mansioni

• Design and architect end-to-end 5G network solutions including NSA/SA.
• Develop network plans covering RAN, transport, and core networks.
• Evaluate technologies, vendors, and solutions for performance and scalability.
• Create high- and low-level designs for 5G deployments.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and product teams for deployment.
• Conduct performance analysis, capacity planning, and troubleshooting.
• Stay updated on 5G tech, standards and best practices.
• Maintain technical documentation and guidelines for 5G architecture.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Engage stakeholders and present architectural proposals.

Conoscenze

5G NR

5G Core

RAN Planning

Transport Networks

NFV

SDN

Cloud-Native

Leadership

Stakeholder Communication

RF Planning

Formazione

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

Strumenti

IP/MPLS

Segment Routing

Network Simulators

Cloud Platforms

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a leading telecommunications innovator, is seeking a highly experienced and forward-thinking Senior 5G Network Architect to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge 5G network solutions. This role is crucial for shaping the future of mobile connectivity, focusing on high-performance, scalable, and resilient network infrastructures. You will work on complex projects that integrate advanced technologies, ensuring seamless integration of new services and applications. The position offers a dynamic hybrid work model, allowing for collaboration with teams in our state-of-the-art facilities in Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA , while also providing the flexibility of remote work. We are looking for a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of 5G technologies, including RAN, Core, and Transport networks, and a proven ability to translate business requirements into robust technical designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end 5G network solutions, including Non-Standalone (NSA) and Standalone (SA) architectures.
• Develop comprehensive network plans, encompassing radio access network (RAN), transport network, and core network components.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, vendors, and solutions to meet network performance and scalability objectives.
• Create detailed network designs, high-level designs (HLD), and low-level designs (LLD) for 5G deployments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and product management, to ensure successful network deployment and optimization.
• Conduct performance analysis, capacity planning, and troubleshooting for 5G networks.
• Stay abreast of emerging 5G technologies, industry standards, and best practices.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and guidelines for 5G network architecture.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior network engineers.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand requirements and present architectural proposals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in telecommunications network design and architecture, with a strong focus on 5G.
• In-depth knowledge of 5G NR, 5G Core (AMF, SMF, UPF), and transport network technologies (IP/MPLS, Segment Routing).
• Proven experience with network virtualization technologies (NFV, SDN) and cloud-native principles.
• Experience with network simulation and modeling tools.
• Strong understanding of RF planning, optimization, and performance monitoring.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Cisco, Nokia, Ericsson) are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement plans.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility to work remotely.
• Promising career path, access to training, and the chance to make a significant impact on a global scale.
• This hybrid role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development and exposure to the latest advancements in telecommunications.
• You’ll be part of a team shaping the future of connectivity in Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA , with the flexibility to work remotely on designated days.