Senior Telecom Network Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Comprehensive medical insurance

Generous paid time off and holidays

Extensive professional development

Access to cutting-edge telecom infra

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecom Network Engineer to join a fully remote team. You will design, deploy, and optimize complex telecom networks, including optical, wireless, and IP components, ensuring performance, reliability, and scalability for our critical network infrastructure.

The role emphasizes strategic capacity planning and advanced routing technologies, with collaboration from vendors in a distributed environment across diverse regions. Strong in BGP/MPLS and DWDM is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering required; master's preferred.
• 7+ years in telecom network engineering with design/architecture focus.
• CCNA/CCNP or vendor certifications highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage complex telecom networks including optical, wireless, and IP.
• Develop strategic plans for network capacity growth and technology evolution.
• Conduct performance analysis and implement optimization strategies for network efficiency.
• Lead troubleshooting for critical network issues with rapid and effective resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to integrate new technologies and services.
• Ensure network security best practices are implemented and maintained across all platforms.

Skills

Telecom network design

Performance analysis

BGP/MPLS/IP routing

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CCNA

CCNP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Telecom Network Engineer to join their fully remote team. This is a key role focused on the design, implementation, and optimization of sophisticated telecommunications networks. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest levels of performance, reliability, and scalability for our critical network infrastructure. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with advanced technologies in a collaborative, virtual environment, contributing significantly to the company's technological roadmap and its ability to serve customers effectively across diverse regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage complex telecommunications networks, including optical, wireless, and IP components.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for network capacity growth and technology evolution.
• Conduct in-depth performance analysis and implement optimization strategies to enhance network efficiency.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for critical network issues, ensuring rapid and effective resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to integrate new technologies and services.
• Ensure network security best practices are implemented and maintained across all platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in telecom network engineering, with a focus on design and architecture.
• Deep understanding of transport technologies (DWDM, OTN), routing protocols (BGP, MPLS), and IP networking.
• Proven experience with network planning, capacity management, and performance monitoring tools.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or specific vendor certifications are highly valued.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for effective remote collaboration.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote work environment, providing significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including training and conferences.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge telecom infrastructure.