Senior Telecoms Network Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health/dental/vision insurance

Professional development & certs

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Dynamic collaborative environment in J

Job summary

Placements24 in Johannesburg seeks a Senior Telecoms Network Engineer to design, implement, and manage complex telecom networks, ensuring performance, reliability, and security across LAN, WAN, and wireless. Lead network projects and mentor juniors.

You will collaborate with IT and operations, stay ahead of industry best practices, and drive improvements in network monitoring and security while supporting thousands of users.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive telecoms network engineering experience.
• CCNA/CCNP or equivalent certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain robust telecom networks (LAN/WAN/wireless).
• Monitor performance and troubleshoot complex issues to minimize downtime.
• Implement network security measures to protect data integrity.
• Collaborate with IT, operations, and project management to define requirements.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

BGP

OSPF

Switching

Firewalls

VPNs

Network monitoring

Packet analysis

Performance tuning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering / Telecommunications

Tools

Network monitoring tools

Packet analysis tools

Performance tuning tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Telecoms Network Engineer to join their dynamic team in Johannesburg . This pivotal role involves designing, implementing, and managing complex telecommunications networks, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and security. You will play a key part in network infrastructure projects, contributing to the strategic direction and technological advancements of the company's communication services. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and lead critical network operations within a supportive and forward-thinking environment, impacting thousands of users across various platforms and services provided by our client.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain robust and scalable telecommunications networks, including LAN, WAN, and wireless technologies.
• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement proactive solutions to minimize downtime and ensure service continuity.
• Develop and implement network security measures to protect against cyber threats and ensure data integrity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and project management, to define network requirements and deliver solutions.
• Stay abreast of emerging network technologies and industry best practices, recommending and implementing improvements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior network engineers, fostering a culture of learning and excellence within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in telecoms network engineering , with a proven track record in network design and implementation.
• In-depth knowledge of routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), switching technologies, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Hands‑on experience with network monitoring tools, packet analysis, and performance tuning.
• Relevant industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and certification.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution.
• A dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and collaboration in Johannesburg .