Senior Telecoms Solutions Architect

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonuses

Remote-friendly

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms Solutions Architect to lead design and development of innovative telecommunications solutions in Sandton, Gauteng. The role requires deep expertise across network infrastructure, cloud services and NFV/SDN to translate business needs into robust architectures.

You will guide project teams from concept to implementation, remaining at the forefront of a rapidly evolving telecoms landscape and driving significant impact across the region.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive telecoms and network architecture experience.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end telecom solutions with focus on scalability, reliability and security.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define solution requirements and objectives.
• Evaluate technologies and platforms for proposed solutions.
• Develop architectural designs, diagrams and documentation.
• Provide technical leadership to project teams through the development lifecycle.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends.

Skills

Telecoms architecture

NFV/SDN

MPLS/DWDM

Cloud platforms

4G/5G

Leadership

Presentation skills

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Senior Telecoms Solutions Architect to lead the design and development of innovative telecommunications solutions in Sandton . This high-impact role requires deep technical expertise across various telecom domains, from network infrastructure to cloud-based services. You will be responsible for translating complex business requirements into robust, scalable, and secure technical architectures, guiding project teams from concept through to implementation. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a proven ability to architect cutting-edge solutions, driving technological advancements and ensuring our client remains at the forefront of the rapidly evolving telecoms industry , with a significant impact on operations across Gauteng and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end technical solutions for complex telecommunications projects, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including business leaders and engineering teams, to define solution requirements and objectives.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, platforms, and tools for proposed solutions.
• Develop detailed architectural designs, diagrams, and documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to propose innovative solutions.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in telecommunications and network engineering, with a significant focus on architecture.
• Deep understanding of core network technologies (IP, MPLS, DWDM), mobile networks (4G/5G), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and virtualization (NFV/SDN).
• Proven experience designing complex, large-scale telecom solutions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including premium health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and thought leadership.
• Flexible working arrangements, with a strong emphasis on remote collaboration from your base near Sandton .
• The chance to architect groundbreaking telecom solutions and shape the future of the industry.