Senior Network Engineer – Hybrid, High-Impact Connectivity

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Tech access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Network Engineer in Johannesburg to design, implement, and maintain scalable network infrastructure supporting critical business operations and customer services. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and a strong focus on reliability, security, and performance.

The position offers a hybrid work model, enabling in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, and opportunities for career development in a dynamic telecoms environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering, with a strong focus on enterprise-level network infrastructure.
• Proven expertise in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and switching technologies (VLANs, STP).
• Hands-on experience with network security principles and technologies, including VPNs and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
• Proficiency in network monitoring tools and analysis of network traffic.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy complex network solutions including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement proactive measures to ensure optimal uptime and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network-related incidents and problems in a timely manner, ensuring minimal disruption to services.
• Collaborate with security teams to implement and enforce network security policies and best practices.
• Participate in capacity planning and performance tuning to support future growth and evolving business needs.

Skills

BGP/OSPF

VLANs/STP

VPNs

IDS/IPS

Network monitoring

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Network Engineer in Johannesburg to design, implement, and maintain scalable network infrastructure supporting critical business operations and customer services. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and a strong focus on reliability, security, and performance.

The position offers a hybrid work model, enabling in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, and opportunities for career development in a dynamic telecoms environment.