Senior Engineer Johannesburg

Elite Search & Selection; Remote; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Engineer in Telecommunications to design, implement, and maintain advanced network solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network engineering, expertise in BGP, OSPF protocols, and must hold a CCNP certification. With a focus on VoIP technologies and Linux, this role requires excellent troubleshooting and communication skills. Remote work capability is essential, and a robust fibre internet connection is a must.

Qualifications

• Mandatory CCNP or higher certification.
• IT Degree required.
• Expertise in Linux is essential.
• High-level proficiency in Mikrotik and Juniper devices.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain complex network solutions.
• Configure and troubleshoot BGP and OSPF routing protocols.
• Manage core network infrastructure efficiently.
• Provide rotation-based standby support.

Skills

Network engineering

BGP and OSPF protocols

VoIP technologies

Troubleshooting

Communication

Linux expertise

Juniper devices

Mikrotik devices

Education

IT Degree

CCNP or higher certification

Job description

Senior Engineer (Telecommunications)

Reference : JHB-HLG-1 | Location : % remote

Company: Specialises in providing high-quality backend systems for Managed Services Providers (MSPs), Internet Service Providers (ISPs), and Wireless Internet Service Providers (WISPs). Their comprehensive solutions are designed to enhance their customer offerings and streamline their operations. They focus on Virtual Data Centre Environments, IP Transit, National Long Distance and wholesale voice rates, committed to delivering exceptional services tailored to specific needs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Highly skilled Senior Network Engineer with expertise in network engineering, particularly in voice and data communications.
• Must have good connectivity (Fibre) at home or fibre in area as company provides connectivity.
• Design, implement, and maintain complex network solutions, managing core network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, Virtual Server Clusters, replication, and backup environments.
• Configure and troubleshoot BGP and OSPF routing protocols.
• Manage Juniper, Cisco, and Mikrotik devices efficiently.
• Integrate Radius into core network environments.
• Manage Virtualisation environments and Firewall setups.
• Handle Vo IP technologies, ensuring optimal performance of hosted Vo IP infrastructure, including hosted PBXs.
• Provide rotation-based standby support, including after-hours support as required.
• Collaborate with other engineers to resolve network issues promptly.
• Monitor network performance and security.
• Will require a decent fibre internet connection which will be provided but will need to be located in an FNO coverage area.

Qualifications

• CCNP or higher certification is mandatory.
• IT Degree.
• Expertise in Linux.
• High-level proficiency in Mikrotik and Juniper devices.

Required Experience

• A minimum of 6 years proven hands‑on experience with BGP and OSPF protocols.
• Advanced experience in Linux.
• Strong knowledge of Vo IP technologies.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work remotely and independently.

Package & Remuneration HR Services, Recruitment & Selection.