Senior Solutions Architect - Telecoms

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Performance bonuses

Pension plan with company matching

Professional development

Diverse and challenging projects

Hybrid work arrangements

Port Elizabeth exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Solutions Architect to design and deliver cutting-edge telecom solutions for enterprise clients in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. The role bridges business needs and technical implementation, leveraging networking, cloud, UC, IoT, and cybersecurity.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in solution architecture within telecoms, excellent communication, and the ability to lead and mentor project teams in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, engineering, telecoms, or related field; master's preferred.
• 7+ years in solution architecture or related telecoms roles.
• Deep knowledge of IP networking, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), VoIP, 4G/5G, and cybersecurity.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with ability to influence stakeholders.
• Experience designing scalable, secure enterprise solutions.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients and stakeholders to gather business and technical requirements for telecom solutions.
• Design end-to-end solutions including network infrastructure, cloud integration, UC, IoT, and cybersecurity.
• Develop high-level and detailed architecture designs, proposals, and docs.
• Collaborate with sales to present solutions, articulating technical value.
• Work with engineering and delivery teams to ensure deployment of designed solutions.
• Evaluate new technologies and trends to identify innovative opportunities.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to design teams.
• Conduct feasibility studies and proofs-of-concept implementations.
• Ensure adherence to security standards and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Solution design tools

Methodologies

Business benefits translation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Telecommunications

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent leader in the telecoms sector, is looking for a seasoned Senior Solutions Architect to join their innovative team in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. This strategic role involves the design and development of cutting-edge telecommunication solutions tailored to meet the complex needs of enterprise clients. You will be responsible for bridging the gap between business requirements and technical implementation, architecting solutions that leverage the latest advancements in networking, cloud, and communication technologies. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the telecommunications landscape, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape innovative solutions and drive technological adoption within a growing market. The role operates on a hybrid model, allowing for a blend of office-based collaboration in Port Elizabeth and remote work flexibility. Join a forward-thinking company committed to delivering exceptional value and service in the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with clients and internal stakeholders to gather and define business and technical requirements for telecommunication solutions.
• Design end-to-end solutions encompassing network infrastructure, cloud integration, unified communications, IoT, and cybersecurity.
• Develop high-level and detailed technical designs, proposals, and architecture documents.
• Collaborate with sales teams to present solutions to prospective and existing clients, articulating technical value propositions.
• Work closely with engineering and delivery teams to ensure successful implementation and deployment of designed solutions.
• Evaluate new technologies and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovative solution development.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to solution design teams.
• Conduct technical feasibility studies and proof-of-concept implementations.
• Ensure solutions adhere to industry best practices, security standards, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in solution architecture, pre-sales engineering, or a related technical role within the telecoms industry.
• In-depth knowledge of various telecommunication technologies, including IP networking, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), VoIP, mobile technologies (4G/5G), and cybersecurity principles.
• Proven experience in designing complex, scalable, and secure enterprise solutions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence decision-making.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a consultative approach.
• Experience with solution design tools and methodologies.
• Ability to translate complex technical details into clear business benefits.
• Understanding of the Eastern Cape market dynamics is an advantage.
• Proficiency in architecting solutions for diverse client needs.

Benefits

• An excellent annual salary ranging from ZAR.
• Comprehensive medical aid, including family coverage.
• Performance bonuses tied to successful project delivery.
• Pension fund with company matching.
• Significant investment in professional development and certifications.
• Exposure to diverse and challenging projects.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment in Port Elizabeth.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.