Senior Wireless Network Architect - 5G/Wi‑Fi PoC Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health insurance

Training and development

Centurion workplace

Hybrid work arrangement

Vacation and personal leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Wireless Network Solutions Architect to design and guide the implementation of sophisticated wireless networks in Centurion, Gauteng. The role spans Wi‑Fi, 4G/5G, and emerging technologies, translating complex business needs into scalable architectures.

You will lead RF planning, site surveys, performance analysis, and PoC deployments, while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with sales and operations to ensure successful delivery and customer

Qualifications

• 10+ years of wireless network design and deployment experience.
• Deep knowledge of IEEE 802.11ax/ac/n and cellular technologies.
• Proven RF planning, site surveys, and propagation modeling expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of wireless network solutions (Wi‑Fi, 4G/5G, and emerging tech).
• Translate business requirements into detailed network designs and implementation plans.
• Evaluate and recommend new wireless technologies, protocols, and equipment.
• Develop roadmaps and technical strategies for wireless evolution.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and operations to ensure solution delivery.
• Provide expert technical consultation to clients and stakeholders.
• Conduct performance analysis, capacity planning, and optimization.
• Develop PoC deployments and pilot projects for new wireless solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and architects on wireless best practices.

Skills

Wireless network design

RF planning

5G/LTE knowledge

Security WPA3/RADIUS

CWNP CCNA Wireless certification

Education

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

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Wireless Network Solutions Architect to design and guide the implementation of sophisticated wireless networks in Centurion, Gauteng. The role spans Wi‑Fi, 4G/5G, and emerging technologies, translating complex business needs into scalable architectures.

You will lead RF planning, site surveys, performance analysis, and PoC deployments, while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with sales and operations to ensure successful delivery and customer