Senior Telecoms Network Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Paarl location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms Network Engineer for on-site duties in Paarl, Western Cape. You will design, implement and maintain robust network systems, focusing on routing, switching and security to ensure high performance and reliability.

Responsibilities include monitoring, troubleshooting, capacity planning and documentation, while collaborating with cross-functional teams. A strong service provider network background and CCNP/JNCIP is preferred.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in service provider network engineering.
• Expertise in routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP, and switching technologies like VLANs and Spanning Tree.
• Hands-on experience with network security devices, including firewalls and VPNs.
• Proficiency with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios).
• Strong understanding of IP networking, TCP/IP, and network services.
• Experience with MPLS, L2/L3 VPNs, and other WAN technologies is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNP or JNCIP are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy complex network solutions, including routing, switching, and firewalls.
• Monitor network performance and availability, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
• Implement network security measures and ensure compliance with security policies.
• Perform regular maintenance, upgrades, and patching of network devices and systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose network problems, conducting root cause analysis and implementing solutions.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams on network integration and project implementation.
• Stay current with emerging network technologies and recommend improvements to enhance network capabilities.
• Participate in capacity planning and network expansion projects.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior network engineers and technical staff.

Skills

BGP, OSPF, EIGRP

VLANs

Spanning Tree

Firewalls

VPNs

SolarWinds

Nagios

IP networking, TCP/IP

MPLS, L2/L3 VPNs

Troubleshooting

Communication & teamwork

CCNP/JNCIP certifications

Service provider networks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key player in the telecommunications infrastructure landscape, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Telecoms Network Engineer for their operations in Paarl, Western Cape. This is an on-site role critical for the hands on management and evolution of our network infrastructure. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of our robust network systems, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability. The ideal candidate will possess a deep technical expertise in routing, switching, and network protocols, coupled with a proactive approach to problem-solving. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about telecommunications technology and committed to delivering exceptional network services. This is a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to a vital industry in the Paarl, Western Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy complex network solutions, including routing, switching, and firewalls.
• Monitor network performance and availability, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
• Implement network security measures and ensure compliance with security policies.
• Perform regular maintenance, upgrades, and patching of network devices and systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose network problems, conducting root cause analysis and implementing solutions.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams on network integration and project implementation.
• Stay current with emerging network technologies and recommend improvements to enhance network capabilities.
• Participate in capacity planning and network expansion projects.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior network engineers and technical staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in network engineering, with a strong focus on service provider networks.
• Expertise in routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP, and switching technologies like VLANs and Spanning Tree.
• Hands-on experience with network security devices, including firewalls and VPNs.
• Proficiency with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios).
• Strong understanding of IP networking, TCP/IP, and network services.
• Experience with MPLS, L2/L3 VPNs, and other WAN technologies is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNP or JNCIP are preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• Work in a stable and established telecommunications company.
• Exposure to a wide range of network technologies and projects.
• Located in the scenic Paarl, Western Cape.
• Retirement fund and medical aid contributions.
• Annual performance bonuses.