Senior Fiber Network Engineer - Hybrid | DWDM/GPON Expert

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Performance-based bonuses

Hybrid work model

Generous leave policy

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Network Engineer for a Johannesburg role focused on the design, deployment and maintenance of advanced fiber optic networks (DWDM, GPON, Ethernet). The position blends on-site collaboration with flexible remote work and requires deep knowledge of telecom networking and security.

You will lead projects, mentor junior engineers, analyze performance, and ensure timely delivery. A bachelor’s degree is required; CCNA/CCNP are desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in network engineering with fiber optic focus.
• Strong routing and switching, plus network security principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage complex fiber optic networks (DWDM, GPON, Ethernet).
• Develop and implement network security protocols and ensure infrastructure integrity.
• Perform performance analysis, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis for network issues.

Skills

BGP

OSPF

Network security

Automation

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SolarWinds

PRTG

Python

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Network Engineer for a Johannesburg role focused on the design, deployment and maintenance of advanced fiber optic networks (DWDM, GPON, Ethernet). The position blends on-site collaboration with flexible remote work and requires deep knowledge of telecom networking and security.

You will lead projects, mentor junior engineers, analyze performance, and ensure timely delivery. A bachelor’s degree is required; CCNA/CCNP are desirable.