Senior Fibre Optics Network Engineer (Hybrid)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement plan

PTO

Job summary

Placements24 is sourcing a Senior Network Engineer (fibre optics) to design, implement, and maintain our client’s advanced optical network in Pietermaritzburg. The role emphasizes reliability, performance, and scalability across a growing customer base.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in network engineering, with 5+ years in optical fibre networks, and strong knowledge of DWDM, GPON, IP routing, and security. Hybrid work options are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications or related field.
• 7+ years in network engineering, 5+ years in optical fibre networks.
• Proficiency in fibre optic tech (FTTx, PON, DWDM, optical transmission).
• Strong IP routing knowledge (BGP, OSPF) and MPLS.
• Experience with NMS and performance monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of network security best practices.
• CCNA/CCNP or Nokia/Ciena certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy optical network solutions (DWDM, GPON, fibre tech).
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot to minimize downtime and ensure service quality.
• Create and maintain network diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
• Plan and execute upgrades and capacity expansions with cross‑functional teams.
• Implement security measures to safeguard data and infrastructure.
• Conduct capacity planning and performance analysis for improvements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices.

Skills

Optical fibre networks

IP networking

BGP

OSPF

MPLS

NMS

Network security

Troubleshooting

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree (CS/EE/Telecommunications)

Tools

NMS

Job description

Placements24 is sourcing a Senior Network Engineer (fibre optics) to design, implement, and maintain our client’s advanced optical network in Pietermaritzburg. The role emphasizes reliability, performance, and scalability across a growing customer base.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in network engineering, with 5+ years in optical fibre networks, and strong knowledge of DWDM, GPON, IP routing, and security. Hybrid work options are available.