Senior 5G Network Architect — Remote

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Stock options

Conference participation

Remote-friendly schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior 5G Network Engineer to design, deploy, and optimize next-generation 5G networks. This fully remote position requires deep expertise in 5G architecture, RAN, and core network components, with leadership responsibilities for junior engineers.

You will work with a distributed team, ensuring high performance, security, and adherence to 3GPP standards while staying current with evolving mobile technologies from Stellenbosch, Western Cape, ZA.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• 7+ years of wireless network engineering with a strong 5G focus.
• Deep knowledge of 5G NR, SA/NSA, LTE and core network elements (AMF/SMF/UPF).
• Experience with network simulation and monitoring tools.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote, distributed team.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable 5G network solutions across RAN, transport, and core.
• Develop deployment strategies for 5G technologies ensuring optimal performance.
• Perform performance analysis, capacity planning, and network optimization for 5G services.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and identify root causes remotely.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to evaluate new hardware/software for 5G deployments.
• Maintain network documentation including design specs and procedures.
• Stay current with 3GPP standards and 5G trends; mentor junior engineers.
• Ensure network security and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in cross-functional projects contributing network expertise.

Skills

5G NR

SA/NSA architecture

LTE

AMF/SMF/UPF

IP networking

Security principles

Education

Master's degree in Telecommunications Engineering / Computer Science / related field

Tools

Network simulation tools

Performance monitoring tools

CNFs / containerization

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior 5G Network Engineer to design, deploy, and optimize next-generation 5G networks. This fully remote position requires deep expertise in 5G architecture, RAN, and core network components, with leadership responsibilities for junior engineers.

You will work with a distributed team, ensuring high performance, security, and adherence to 3GPP standards while staying current with evolving mobile technologies from Stellenbosch, Western Cape, ZA.