Senior Network Architect

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement match

On-site role

Conference opportunities

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Senior Network Architect to lead the design and strategic direction of the telecommunications network infrastructure. This on-site role requires a visionary leader who can create scalable, secure, and resilient designs that align with business goals and drive innovation across the core network.

You will set technical standards, mentor engineering teams, assess new technologies (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, SD-WAN), and collaborate with stakeholders to translate

Qualifications

• 10+ years in network engineering
• 5+ years in network architecture roles
• Deep expertise in designing complex IP networks and routing protocols
• Extensive knowledge of network security principles
• Cloud networking experience (AWS, Azure, GCP) and data center architectures

Responsibilities

• Design robust, scalable, secure enterprise network solutions for telecommunications
• Develop long-term network roadmaps, technology strategies, and standards
• Evaluate and recommend new network technologies, products, and services
• Provide expert technical leadership to network engineering and operations teams
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into network designs

Skills

Network architecture

IP networking

Routing protocols

Security principles

Cloud networking

Data center design

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Master's degree

PhD considered

Tools

BGP

OSPF

IS-IS

MPLS

SD-WAN

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a visionary Senior Network Architect to spearhead the design and strategic direction of their telecommunications network infrastructure. This high-impact role requires extensive experience in creating scalable, secure, and resilient network designs that align with business objectives. You will lead architectural initiatives, set technical standards, and provide expert guidance to engineering teams. This is a critical on-site position for a seasoned architect who can drive innovation and ensure the integrity of our core network services within a collaborative and demanding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect robust, scalable, and secure enterprise-level network solutions for telecommunications.
• Develop long-term network roadmaps, technology strategies, and architectural standards.
• Evaluate and recommend new network technologies, products, and services to enhance capabilities.
• Provide expert technical leadership and guidance to network engineering and operations teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to understand requirements and translate them into network designs.
• Ensure architectural designs comply with security policies, performance requirements, and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; PhD is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in network engineering, with a minimum of 5 years in network architecture roles.
• Deep expertise in designing complex IP networks, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS), MPLS, and SD-WAN solutions.
• Extensive knowledge of network security principles, technologies, and best practices.
• Proven experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and data center architectures.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary and bonus potential.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• Retirement savings plan with substantial company match.
• On-site work environment fostering direct collaboration and innovation.
• Leadership role in shaping the future of telecommunications networking.