Senior Telecoms Network Architect - Hybrid & Growth

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Executive health benefits

Retirement planning

Professional development budget

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Senior Telecoms Network Architect in Stellenbosch to lead design and strategy for next-generation network infrastructure. You will define standards, evaluate technologies, and guide complex deployments across LAN, WAN, data centers, and cloud connectivity.

The role demands 10+ years in telecom network design, deep knowledge of routing, switching, security, SDN, and cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP). A master’s degree is required and hybrid work is offered.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in CS, EE, or related field.
• 10+ years in telecom network design and architecture.
• Deep knowledge of routing, switching, firewalls, and load balancing.
• Cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and SDN expertise.
• Strong security principles for network infrastructure.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end network architectures: LAN, WAN, data center, and cloud.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and propose scalable, secure solutions.
• Develop roadmaps, standards, and best practices for network development.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and stakeholders to meet requirements.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to network teams.
• Lead architectural reviews for major changes and deployments.

Skills

Network architecture

Cloud networking

SDN

Security best practices

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in CS/EE

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Senior Telecoms Network Architect in Stellenbosch to lead design and strategy for next-generation network infrastructure. You will define standards, evaluate technologies, and guide complex deployments across LAN, WAN, data centers, and cloud connectivity.

The role demands 10+ years in telecom network design, deep knowledge of routing, switching, security, SDN, and cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP). A master’s degree is required and hybrid work is offered.