Senior Telecom Network Architect (Hybrid Role)

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 950,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Senior Telecom Network Engineer to join the Pietermaritzburg team. Design, implement and optimize IP networking and wireless infrastructure to ensure high availability and performance across services.

You will lead network projects, mentor junior engineers, document architectures, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy new technologies. A hybrid work model and competitive benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in telecom network engineering with IP networking and wireless tech.
• Proficiency in BGP, OSPF, MPLS and Ethernet.
• Hands-on experience with network monitoring tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong understanding of fiber optic networks and transmission systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage complex telecom networks including routing and switching.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues to minimize downtime.
• Conduct performance analysis and optimize network capacity.
• Collaborate on network architecture, capacity planning, and new tech integration.
• Develop and maintain network documentation and operational procedures.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

BGP

OSPF

MPLS

Ethernet

Network monitoring

Fiber optics

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Monitoring tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Senior Telecom Network Engineer to join the Pietermaritzburg team. Design, implement and optimize IP networking and wireless infrastructure to ensure high availability and performance across services.

You will lead network projects, mentor junior engineers, document architectures, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy new technologies. A hybrid work model and competitive benefits accompany this role.