Senior Network Architect - Remote, Enterprise-Scale

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work environment

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Training & development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer for a fully remote role supporting operations across multiple locations, including Centurion. You will design, implement, and optimize scalable network infrastructures, mentor engineers, and contribute to strategic planning.

Responsibilities include designing LAN/WAN and cloud connectivity, performing architecture reviews, and ensuring high availability.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in network engineering and design in enterprise environments.
• Expertise in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), switching technologies, firewalls and VPNs.
• Experience with cloud networking platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Certifications such as CCNP or CCIE are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy and manage enterprise-level network solutions (LAN/WAN/cloud connectivity).
• Lead network architecture reviews and recommend improvements and scalability.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues to ensure high availability and performance.
• Develop and maintain network documentation and configurations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate network solutions.

Skills

BGP

OSPF

Switching

Firewalls

VPNs

Cloud networking

Network security

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer for a fully remote role supporting operations across multiple locations, including Centurion. You will design, implement, and optimize scalable network infrastructures, mentor engineers, and contribute to strategic planning.

Responsibilities include designing LAN/WAN and cloud connectivity, performing architecture reviews, and ensuring high availability.