Senior Telecoms Solutions Architect

Placements24; Polokwane; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Remote work setup

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Senior Telecoms Solutions Architect to lead the design of innovative and scalable telecommunications solutions. This fully remote role shapes the future architecture of our network services and guides strategic technical direction for a leading telecom organization.

You will collaborate with sales, engineering, and product teams to translate complex requirements into robust, cost-effective designs, while providing technical leadership and staying ahead of industry

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in telecom solutions architecture and design.
• Deep understanding of IP networking, mobile technologies (4G/5G), and cloud integration.
• Ability to architect large-scale telecom systems and services.
• Knowledge of virtualization and SDN/NFV concepts.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end telecommunications solutions, including network architecture, service integration, and deployment strategies.
• Evaluate and select technologies, platforms, and vendors to meet requirements.
• Collaborate with sales teams to develop tailored solutions for prospective customers.
• Create detailed technical documentation, including designs, proposals, and roadmaps.
• Provide technical leadership to engineering and implementation teams throughout lifecycles.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends, recommending strategic adoption.

Skills

Telecoms architecture

IP networking

4G/5G

Cloud integration

SDN/NFV

Communication skills

Technical leadership

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Senior Telecoms Solutions Architect to lead the design of innovative and scalable telecommunications solutions. This fully remote role is central to defining the future architecture of our client's network services, ensuring they meet evolving business needs and technological advancements. You will work closely with sales, engineering, and product teams to translate complex requirements into robust, cost-effective, and future-proof technical designs. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape strategic technical direction and influence the adoption of new technologies within a leading telecom organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end telecommunications solutions, including network architecture, service integration, and deployment strategies.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, platforms, and vendors to meet business and technical requirements.
• Collaborate with sales teams to understand client needs and develop tailored solutions for prospective customers.
• Create detailed technical documentation, including solution designs, proposals, and roadmaps.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering and implementation teams throughout project lifecycles.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending strategic adoption where beneficial.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in telecom solutions architecture and design, with a deep understanding of IP networking, mobile technologies (4G/5G), and cloud integration.
• Proven ability to architect complex, large-scale telecommunications systems and services.
• Strong knowledge of virtualization, containerization, and SDN/NFV concepts.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conceptualize and articulate complex technical strategies.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., TOGAF, CCDE) are a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary with executive-level bonus potential.
• Full remote work setup with generous home office stipends and support.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
Significant opportunities for professional development, certifications, and attendance at global tech conferences.
• Flexible working hours and a culture that prioritizes work-life integration.
• Opportunity to work on industry-leading projects and influence technological roadmaps.