Senior Solutions Architect - Telecoms

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first work environment

Generous professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Senior Solutions Architect to lead the design of complex telecom architectures and articulate strategic technology proposals. This remote-first role partners with sales, product, and engineering to craft scalable solutions and drive telecom innovations in the Gauteng context.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in telecom architecture, deep networking/cloud/SDN knowledge, and executive-level communication skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of telecommunications architecture or related leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of networking, cloud platforms, and SDN.
• Experience with 5G and IoT technologies.
• Excellent communication and executive engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end telecom solutions across network, cloud, and application layers.
• Translate customer needs into compelling technical proposals with account teams.
• Create architectural blueprints, diagrams, and clear documentation.
• Provide technical leadership to implementation teams throughout projects.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and identify innovation opportunities.
• Present technical solutions to clients and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Networking technologies

Cloud platforms AWS/Azure/GCP

Software-defined networking

5G

IoT

Security principles

Executive-level communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Senior Solutions Architect with deep expertise in the telecommunications sector to join their forward-thinking, remote-first team. This role is pivotal in designing and articulating complex technical solutions that address the strategic business needs of clients, with a particular focus on enabling advancements in the Gauteng region's telecom landscape. You will work closely with sales, product, and engineering teams to craft innovative and scalable architectures that leverage cutting-edge technologies. This is a high-impact position for a seasoned architect who thrives on solving intricate challenges and shaping the future of connectivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end technical solutions for complex telecom requirements, encompassing network, cloud, and application layers.
• Collaborate with account teams to understand customer needs and translate them into compelling technical proposals.
• Develop architectural blueprints, diagrams, and documentation that clearly articulate the proposed solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to implementation teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities for innovation.
• Conduct technical presentations and demonstrations to clients and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in telecommunications architecture, solution design, or a related technical leadership role.
• Extensive knowledge of networking technologies, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and software-defined networking (SDN).
• Experience with 5G, IoT, and other next-generation telecom technologies.
• Strong understanding of security principles and best practices in complex environments.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage at executive levels.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level compensation package.
• Significant bonus potential and stock options.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Generous professional development budget and conference attendance.
• Opportunity to shape the future of telecom solutions and work on groundbreaking projects.