Senior Telecoms Network Architect – Hybrid + Equity Options

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,620,000 - 1,980,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Stock options

Global travel

Autonomy

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Senior Telecoms Network Architect to lead the design and strategic direction of the telecommunications network in Queenstown. The role requires deep technical expertise and the ability to influence key stakeholders, with responsibilities spanning architecture strategy, service designs, and technology evaluation.

You will oversee implementation, collaborate with engineering, operations, and product teams, and mentor network engineers to maintain a high standard of

Qualifications

• Master's degree in CS, Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• 10+ years in network engineering with emphasis on architecture/design.
• Expertise in routing, switching, MPLS, SDN, NFV, cloud networking, and security.
• Proven track record designing and implementing large-scale telecom networks.
• Strong leadership and ability to influence technical/business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate the overall network architecture strategy aligned with business goals.
• Design high-level and detailed network solutions for new services and upgrades.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and trends, recommending adoption to enhance capabilities.
• Lead the evaluation and selection of network hardware, software, and providers.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and product teams to ensure architectural integrity.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to network engineering teams.

Skills

Network architecture

Routing protocols

MPLS

SDN

NFV

Cloud networking

Security principles

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Telecommunications

Job description

Placements24 seeks a visionary Senior Telecoms Network Architect to lead the design and strategic direction of the telecommunications network in Queenstown. The role requires deep technical expertise and the ability to influence key stakeholders, with responsibilities spanning architecture strategy, service designs, and technology evaluation.

You will oversee implementation, collaborate with engineering, operations, and product teams, and mentor network engineers to maintain a high standard of