Senior Telecom Systems Engineer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

IT support

Private health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Fully remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecom Systems Engineer for a fully remote role based in South Africa. You will design, implement, and optimize complex telecommunications systems, mentoring junior engineers and shaping the technical roadmap.

You will work with virtualization and cloud technologies (VMware, KVM, Docker, Kubernetes) and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver scalable solutions across distributed environments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in telecommunications systems engineering.
• Extensive experience with transmission systems, IP networks, and signaling protocols.
• Strong automation and scripting skills with Python/Bash.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize scalable telecom systems and platforms.
• Lead integration of new hardware and software into existing networks.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues and perform performance tuning.
• Create architecture diagrams, configuration guides, and runbooks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and solutions.
• Evaluate new technologies and tools to improve performance and efficiency.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive technical projects from concept to delivery.
• Contribute to capacity planning and security/compliance efforts.
• Develop and maintain system documentation and roadmaps.

Skills

Python

Bash

Cloud tech

Linux/Unix

Networking

Education

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

Tools

VMware

KVM

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role As a Senior Telecom Systems Engineer, you will be a key contributor to Our client's innovation pipeline, working remotely from anywhere in South Africa. This role is designed for an expert passionate about designing, implementing, and optimizing complex telecommunications systems. You will tackle challenging technical problems, contributing to the evolution of our service offerings and infrastructure. This fully remote position empowers you to work with a distributed team, leveraging cutting-edge collaboration tools to achieve ambitious goals. If you possess deep technical knowledge and a drive for excellence in the telecom space, this role based operationally around areas like **Paarl, Western Cape** offers a fantastic opportunity for impact and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement scalable and reliable telecommunications systems and platforms.
• Lead the integration of new hardware and software solutions into the existing network infrastructure.
• Perform in-depth analysis and troubleshooting of complex system issues.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including architectural diagrams, configuration guides, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., network engineering, software development, product management) to define requirements and solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to improve system performance and efficiency.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Participate in capacity planning and performance tuning initiatives.
• Ensure system security and compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Contribute to the definition of system roadmap and future enhancements.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in telecommunications systems engineering or a similar role.
• Extensive experience with telecommunications hardware and software, including transmission systems, IP networks, and signaling protocols.
• Proficiency in system design, integration, and performance analysis.
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies and virtualization (e.g., VMWare, KVM, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Proven ability to lead technical projects and mentor junior staff.
• Experience with Linux/Unix operating systems.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote working arrangement, offering maximum flexibility and autonomy.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off policies.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and advanced certifications.
• Access to leading-edge technology and resources for impactful work.
• Home office stipend and IT support.
• Private health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• A challenging and rewarding role with significant technical scope.