Senior Telecoms Network Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Data-driven culture

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, South Africa, seeks a Senior Telecoms Network Analyst to analyze performance data, identify trends, and recommend improvements to optimize network efficiency, reliability, and capacity.

The role requires a deep understanding of telecom network architectures (MPLS, BGP, Ethernet) and tools such as Wireshark and NetFlow. Strong reporting, communication, and strategic-operations collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in network analysis or performance engineering within the telecommunications sector.
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in network performance metrics and troubleshooting methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze network traffic, performance data, and fault logs to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and maintain KPIs for network services.
• Create detailed reports and presentations on network performance, capacity, and trends.
• Collaborate with network engineers and operations teams to implement performance enhancement strategies.
• Conduct capacity planning and forecasting to ensure network scalability.
• Investigate and resolve complex network performance issues, providing root cause analysis.

Skills

Network performance analysis

Data visualization

Root cause analysis

Reporting

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Wireshark

NetFlow

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly analytical and experienced Senior Telecoms Network Analyst to join their team in East London . You will be responsible for analyzing network performance data, identifying trends, and recommending improvements to optimize network efficiency, reliability, and capacity. This role requires a deep understanding of telecommunications network architecture, traffic patterns, and performance metrics. Your insights will be crucial in strategic planning and operational decision-making, ensuring our network meets the evolving demands of our customer base across the Eastern Cape, and driving innovation from our regional hub in East London .

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze network traffic, performance data, and fault logs to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for network services.
• Create detailed reports and presentations on network performance, capacity, and trends.
• Collaborate with network engineers and operations teams to implement performance enhancement strategies.
• Conduct capacity planning and forecasting to ensure network scalability.
• Investigate and resolve complex network performance issues, providing root cause analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in network analysis or performance engineering within the telecommunications sector.
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in network performance metrics and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Proficiency in using network analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark, NetFlow) and data visualization software.
• Solid understanding of telecom network protocols and architectures (e.g., MPLS, BGP, Ethernet).
• Excellent reporting and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical data into actionable insights.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities and support for relevant certifications.
• A collaborative environment focused on data-driven decision-making.
• Exposure to advanced network technologies and large-scale infrastructure projects in East London .