Senior Solutions Architect - Telecoms

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Stock options and long-term incentives

Executive health benefits

Professional development budget

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect to design and implement advanced telecommunications solutions for enterprise clients. Translate business needs into scalable architectures, guide cross-functional teams, and influence product roadmaps.

The role requires deep expertise in 5G, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), SDN/NFV, and secure, cost-efficient designs. Mentor engineers and present to clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years in telecommunications or IT, with at least 5 years in a solutions architecture role.
• Proven experience with AWS, Azure, GCP and Docker/Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of SDN, NFV, and service orchestration.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with pre-sales technical support and solution selling.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end technical solutions for telecommunications services, including 5G, IoT, cloud, and enterprise networks.
• Collaborate closely with sales, product management, and engineering teams to understand customer needs and define solution requirements.
• Develop comprehensive architectural designs, including logical and physical diagrams, data flows, and integration strategies.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, platforms, and vendors to build robust solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the solution lifecycle, from initial concept to deployment and support.

Skills

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Pre-sales experience

Education

Master's or PhD in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

SDN

NFV

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in telecommunications innovation, is seeking a visionary Senior Solutions Architect to spearhead the design and development of cutting-edge solutions. This pivotal role involves conceptualizing, architecting, and guiding the implementation of complex telecommunications systems and platforms that meet the evolving needs of our enterprise clients. You will be at the forefront of technological advancement, translating business requirements into robust, scalable, and secure technical architectures. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cloud technologies, software-defined networking (SDN), network function virtualization (NFV), and various telecommunications services. This position demands exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. As a key contributor, you will influence product roadmaps and drive innovation within the organization. We are looking for a strategic thinker who is passionate about solving complex problems and shaping the future of telecommunications infrastructure. This role is integral to our continued success and market leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end technical solutions for telecommunications services, including 5G, IoT, cloud, and enterprise networks.
• Collaborate closely with sales, product management, and engineering teams to understand customer needs and define solution requirements.
• Develop comprehensive architectural designs, including logical and physical diagrams, data flows, and integration strategies.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, platforms, and vendors to build robust solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the solution lifecycle, from initial concept to deployment and support.
• Create and deliver compelling technical presentations and proposals to clients and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for product and service innovation based on market trends and customer feedback.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, resilient, secure, and cost-effective.
• Mentor junior architects and engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in telecommunications, cloud computing, and IT infrastructure.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in telecommunications or IT infrastructure, with at least 5 years in a solutions architecture role.
• Extensive knowledge of telecommunications protocols, standards, and technologies (e.g., 5G NR, LTE, TCP/IP, SIP, IMS).
• Proven experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of SDN, NFV, and service orchestration.
• Experience with enterprise networking, security, and data center technologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects and influence decision-making.
• Experience with pre-sales technical support and solution selling.
• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive executive health benefits package.
• Generous stock options and long-term incentive plans.
• Extensive professional development and conference attendance budget.
• Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that define the future of communication.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Relocation assistance available if needed.
• Executive coaching and leadership development programs.