Senior Network Engineer - Telecoms

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical & dental insurance

Pension fund

Professional development budget

National telecom projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain advanced telecom networks. You will ensure network integrity, performance, and security while delivering reliable connectivity for diverse clients in a dynamic office setting.

The role requires strong expertise in routing protocols, vendor hardware, and network monitoring, with CCNP or JNCIP preferred. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams on upgrades and documentation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in network engineering with telecoms focus.
• Strong knowledge of OSPF, EIGRP, BGP routing.
• Hands-on with Cisco, Juniper, or Huawei hardware.
• Experience with network monitoring and performance analysis.
• CCNP or JNCIP certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and manage enterprise telecom networks.
• Implement network security, including firewalls, VPNs, and ACLs.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Collaborate on upgrades, migrations, and deployments.
• Maintain detailed network documentation and topology diagrams.
• Stay updated on emerging network technologies.

Skills

Routing protocols

Network security

Telecoms infra

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Tools

Cisco IOS

Juniper Junos

Huawei VRP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Senior Network Engineer to join their established team in Cape Town . This critical role involves the architecture, implementation, and maintenance of advanced network solutions essential for our client's telecommunications services. You will be responsible for ensuring network integrity, performance, and security, playing a key part in delivering seamless connectivity to their diverse clientele. The position requires a proactive approach to network management and problem-solving, offering a challenging yet rewarding career in a dynamic, in-office environment situated in the heart of the Western Cape's technology hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and manage enterprise-level telecommunications networks , ensuring high availability and optimal performance.
• Implement and maintain network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and access control lists, to protect against threats.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with infrastructure and operations teams to plan and execute network upgrades, migrations, and deployments.
• Develop and maintain detailed network documentation, including topology diagrams and configuration standards.
• Stay abreast of emerging network technologies and trends within the telecoms industry .

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in network engineering, with a specialization in telecoms infrastructure .
• In-depth knowledge of routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, EIGRP, BGP) and switching technologies.
• Hands-on experience with network hardware from major vendors like Cisco, Juniper, or Huawei.
• Proficiency in network monitoring tools and performance analysis techniques.
• Strong understanding of IP networking, subnetting, and network security best practices.
• Possession of relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNP, JNCIP) is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans.
• Pension fund with employer contributions.
• Dedicated budget for professional development and continued learning.
• Opportunities to work on significant national telecom projects .