Senior Network Engineer - Telecoms

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary commensurate

Medical aid plan

Retirement annuity contributions

Training and development opportunities

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a seasoned Senior Network Engineer to bolster the technical team and support a robust telecoms network.

You will design, implement, and manage sophisticated network solutions, mentor juniors, and ensure high performance and security in a collaborative office setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on network engineering experience in telecoms.
• Strong knowledge of BGP, OSPF and MPLS.
• Experience with Cisco, Juniper and Fortinet hardware.
• Solid understanding of network security principles (VPNs, IDS/IPS, firewalls).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and manage complex telecom network infrastructures.
• Monitor and optimize network performance and capacity.
• Develop and enforce network security strategies and policies.
• Collaborate with project teams for upgrades and new services.
• Maintain detailed network docs and configurations.
• Provide technical leadership to junior engineers.

Skills

5+ years experience

BGP

OSPF

MPLS

VPNs

IDS/IPS

Firewall management

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Fortinet

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Network Engineer to bolster their technical team in Port Elizabeth. This role is central to the ongoing development and maintenance of the company's robust telecommunications network, ensuring top-tier service delivery and operational excellence. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing sophisticated network solutions that underpin critical services. The position requires a dedicated professional who thrives in a collaborative, office-based setting and is committed to upholding the highest standards of network performance and security within the Eastern Cape's dynamic telecoms market.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage complex network infrastructures, including routers, switches, and firewalls, for telecommunications applications.
• Proactively monitor network performance, diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, and implement preventative measures.
• Develop and implement network security strategies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with project teams to plan and execute network upgrades, expansions, and new service rollouts.
• Maintain accurate and detailed network documentation, including configurations, diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior network engineers within the team.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in network engineering, with a strong focus on telecoms networks.
• Proficiency in routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and MPLS.
• Experience with network hardware from leading vendors like Cisco, Juniper, and Fortinet.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, including VPNs, IDS/IPS, and firewall management.
• Demonstrated ability in network performance tuning and capacity planning.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid plan and retirement annuity contributions.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and specialized training.
• Stable and supportive work environment with a strong team culture.
• Exposure to cutting-edge telecom technologies and infrastructure projects.