Senior Cloud Network Architect – Remote, Secure & Scalable

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance bonuses

Flexible remote work environment

Job summary

Placements24 clients a globally active telecommunications technology leader seeking a Senior Cloud Network Architect. The role is fully remote and focuses on design, deployment, and management of scalable, secure cloud networks across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in network architecture with 5+ years in cloud networking, expertise in SDN/NFV, and strong scripting (Python/Ansible) skills. Remote work enables global collaboration and high-impact projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering/Telecommunications or related field.
• 7–10 years in network architecture with 5+ years cloud networking.
• Expertise in AWS, Azure, GCP networking services (VPC, VNets) and SDN/NFV.
• Proficient in Python or Ansible for automation.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable, resilient, secure cloud network solutions on AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Develop network automation, orchestration, and IaC strategies.
• Define and implement cloud network security best practices incl. firewalls, VPNs, and access controls.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams for integrated networks.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud networking technologies and services.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud network issues and mentor junior engineers.
• Create and maintain network architecture diagrams and policies.

Skills

Cloud networking architecture

SDN/NFV

IaC & automation

Network automation scripting

Leadership & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering/Telecommunications

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Kubernetes

Python

Ansible

Job description

Placements24 clients a globally active telecommunications technology leader seeking a Senior Cloud Network Architect. The role is fully remote and focuses on design, deployment, and management of scalable, secure cloud networks across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in network architecture with 5+ years in cloud networking, expertise in SDN/NFV, and strong scripting (Python/Ansible) skills. Remote work enables global collaboration and high-impact projects.