Senior 5G Network Deployment Engineer | Flexible Hours

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Generous annual leave

International training

Career development

Flexible working

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled 5G Network Deployment Engineer to lead end-to-end 5G radio and core network deployments in Rustenburg, North West. You will design, install, configure, and integrate 5G RAN components and core functions, ensuring performance and reliability across the network.

The role requires 5+ years in mobile network deployment (2+ years in 5G), strong NSA/SA knowledge, and hands-on experience with major vendors. Travel to sites in the North West is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mobile network deployment, with at least 2 years specifically focused on 5G technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of 4G/LTE and 5G NR standards, protocols, and architectures (NSA/SA).
• Experience with RAN hardware and software from major vendors (Ericsson, Nokia, Huawei).
• Familiarity with cloud-native principles and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) for 5G core.
• Proficiency in using network planning, configuration, and testing tools.
• Strong understanding of IP networking, TCP/IP, and associated protocols.
• Excellent project management and coordination skills.
• Ability to travel to various deployment sites within the North West region.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and implement 5G network deployments, including site acquisition, equipment installation, and commissioning.
• Configure and integrate 5G RAN components (gNBs) and core network functions (AMF, SMF, UPF).
• Perform network acceptance testing and ensure compliance with technical specifications and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during the deployment phase and early operations.
• Collaborate with vendors, internal teams, and other stakeholders to manage project timelines and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain detailed deployment plans, method statements, and as-built documentation.
• Conduct site surveys and feasibility studies for new network deployments.
• Provide technical support and training to field engineers and technicians.

Skills

5G deployment

RAN integration

Cloud-native / Docker

Kubernetes

IP networking

Project management

Site surveys

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Telecommunications Engineering or related field

Tools

Ericsson

Nokia

Huawei

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled 5G Network Deployment Engineer to lead end-to-end 5G radio and core network deployments in Rustenburg, North West. You will design, install, configure, and integrate 5G RAN components and core functions, ensuring performance and reliability across the network.

The role requires 5+ years in mobile network deployment (2+ years in 5G), strong NSA/SA knowledge, and hands-on experience with major vendors. Travel to sites in the North West is expected.