Senior Telecom Solutions Architect

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Flexible/remote work options

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional growth & certs

Work with major enterprises

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecom Solutions Architect in Vereeniging to design end-to-end network solutions for enterprise clients. You will translate business requirements into scalable architectures and collaborate with sales, engineering, and product teams to support pre- and post-sales delivery.

The role requires a strong telecom background, leadership, and the ability to present complex solutions to C-level executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in telecom network design and architecture.
• Proven ability to present complex technical solutions to C-level executives.
• Strong understanding of security principles in network architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end telecommunications solutions including network, cloud, and managed services.
• Engage with clients to understand objectives and challenges with expert consultation.
• Develop technical proposals, presentations, and solution designs aligned with client needs.
• Collaborate with engineers and product managers to validate feasibility and scalability.
• Stay current with industry trends and driving innovation in offerings.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship throughout the solution lifecycle.

Skills

Solution architecture

Client engagement

Network design

Cloud infrastructure

Security principles

Communication skills

Leadership/mentorship

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Senior Telecom Solutions Architect to design sophisticated network solutions for their enterprise clients in Vereeniging . This pivotal role involves translating complex business requirements into scalable, reliable, and cost-effective technical architectures. You will collaborate closely with sales, engineering, and product teams to ensure the successful pre-sales and post-sales delivery of our client's advanced telecommunications offerings. This position is ideal for a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise in the telecom domain.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end telecommunications solutions encompassing network, cloud, and managed services.
• Engage with clients to understand their strategic objectives and technical challenges, providing expert consultation.
• Develop detailed technical proposals, presentations, and solution designs that align with client needs and business goals.
• Collaborate with network engineers and product managers to validate solution feasibility and scalability.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape to drive innovation in solution offerings.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to sales and engineering teams throughout the solution lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in telecom network design and architecture.
• In-depth knowledge of networking protocols, cloud infrastructure, and various telecom technologies (e.g., MPLS, SD-WAN, 5G, VoIP).
• Proven experience in developing and presenting complex technical solutions to C-level executives.
• Strong understanding of security principles and their application in network architecture.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible working arrangements, including the possibility of remote work.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, certifications, and conference attendance.
• The chance to shape the future of telecommunications for major enterprises.