Senior Network Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus eligibility

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Flexible work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement and manage the company’s advanced network infrastructure in Pretoria. You will lead architecture, SD-WAN deployments, and cloud networking initiatives to support critical telecom operations.

The role emphasizes network security, performance optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. You will work with diverse IT teams, maintain thorough documentation, and drive strategic projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work in a technical discipline.
• 7+ years of hands-on network engineering, architecture, and operations.
• Expertise in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), switching, firewalls, and load balancing.
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and network automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and deployment of scalable network infrastructures, including SD-WAN and cloud networking solutions.
• Manage and optimize network performance, ensuring high availability and low latency for all services.
• Develop and implement robust network security measures to protect against threats and vulnerabilities.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues, providing timely and effective resolutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate network solutions with other IT systems and applications.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, policies, and procedures.

Skills

BGP

OSPF

Switching

Firewalls

Load balancing

Cloud networking

Automation tools

Network security

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Networking automation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to join their innovative team, focusing on their advanced network infrastructure in Pretoria . In this critical role, you will be responsible for the architecture, implementation, and management of sophisticated network solutions that are vital to the company's operations within the competitive telecoms landscape. This position offers a unique opportunity for an experienced engineer to drive technological advancements, ensure network integrity, and contribute to strategic projects in a dynamic and supportive environment. We value individuals who are passionate about networking and committed to delivering high-quality, reliable network services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and deployment of scalable and resilient network infrastructures, including SD-WAN and cloud networking solutions.
• Manage and optimize network performance, ensuring high availability and low latency for all services.
• Develop and implement robust network security measures to protect against threats and vulnerabilities.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues, providing timely and effective resolutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate network solutions with other IT systems and applications.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in network engineering, architecture, and operations.
• Expertise in routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), switching, firewalls, and load balancing.
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and network automation tools.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to challenges.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and attractive bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working arrangements.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and professional development resources.
• A forward-thinking company culture that encourages innovation and growth.