Senior Telecom Network Architect: High-Performance Fibre & Cloud

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training programs

Provident fund

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Senior Telecom Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain complex network infrastructures in Soweto, Gauteng. This role demands deep telecom knowledge and a track record of performing under pressure.

You will lead network deployments, optimize performance, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable services. The position is full-time on-site with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive telecom network engineering experience.
• Deep knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF and MPLS routing/switching.
• Hands-on experience with network monitoring tools and performance analysis software.
• Strong network security principles and best practices.
• Experience with cloud-based networks and virtualization is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• CCNA/CCNP/JNCIE or equivalent certifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage robust telecom networks including fibre, wireless, and satellite.
• Analyze network performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize latency.
• Develop and maintain network diagrams, configurations, and SOPs.
• Troubleshoot complex issues to minimize downtime and meet SLAs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies.
• Plan and execute upgrades with minimal service disruption.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

Skills

TCP/IP

BGP

OSPF

MPLS

Network monitoring

Network security

Cloud networking

Virtualization

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science

Tools

Wireshark

SolarWinds

Nagios

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Senior Telecom Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain complex network infrastructures in Soweto, Gauteng. This role demands deep telecom knowledge and a track record of performing under pressure.

You will lead network deployments, optimize performance, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable services. The position is full-time on-site with competitive compensation.