Senior Network Architect - Telecom

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,958,000 - 2,936,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits package

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Network Architect to lead the design and evolution of our telecommunications network infrastructure. This fully remote role is ideal for a strategic thinker who can translate business requirements into scalable, resilient, and secure network solutions.

You will define the overall network architecture, set technical standards, and guide implementation teams to ensure the network remains at the forefront of innovation across global telecom services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in network engineering and architecture for large-scale telecom environments.
• Deep understanding of network protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS) and security.
• Experience with network virtualization, SDN, and automation is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to influence technical decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the strategic roadmap for the network infrastructure.
• Design high-level network solutions for services and enhancements.
• Evaluate new technologies and vendor solutions to meet needs.
• Establish network design principles, standards, and best practices.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to network teams.
• Collaborate with IT and business units to align architecture with strategy.

Skills

Network design

Leadership

Communication

Cloud networking

Security architecture

SDN

Automation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Network Architect to lead the design and evolution of their telecommunications network infrastructure. This fully remote role is ideal for a strategic thinker who can translate business requirements into scalable, resilient, and secure network solutions. You will be responsible for defining the overall network architecture, setting technical standards, and guiding implementation teams to ensure our client remains at the forefront of technological innovation in the telecom industry . This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our client's network architecture from a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the strategic roadmap for the company's network infrastructure, encompassing routing, switching, wireless, and security.
• Design high-level network solutions for new services and network enhancements, ensuring scalability, redundancy, and performance.
• Evaluate and recommend new network technologies and vendor solutions to meet evolving business needs.
• Establish network design principles, standards, and best practices across the organization.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to network engineering teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across IT and business units to align network architecture with strategic objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in network engineering and architecture, with a significant focus on large-scale telecom networks.
• Deep understanding of network protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, MPLS), network security, and cloud networking concepts.
• Proven ability to design complex, resilient, and high-performance network architectures.
• Experience with network virtualization, software-defined networking (SDN), and automation is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence technical decisions.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive executive benefits package.
• Significant bonus potential based on architectural achievements and company performance.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact, strategic projects in a remote capacity.
• Generous professional development budget and support for industry certifications.
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being.