Strategic Remote Telco Solutions Architect

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Híbrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Medical aid & retirement benefits

Paid time off

Training & conference opportunities

Global distributed team

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Remote Telecommunications Solutions Architect to design end-to-end telecom solutions for clients across South Africa. The role emphasizes strong IP networking, VoIP, and cloud-based architectures, with a focus on scalable, secure, and cost-efficient designs.

You will engage with sales, engineering, and product teams, drafting high-level to detailed designs and BOMs. This remote position requires independent work across multiple projects and venues.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
• A Master's degree is a plus.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in telecommunications, with at least 4 years in a solutions architect or pre-sales engineering role.
• Extensive knowledge of IP networking, VoIP, unified communications, cloud-based solutions, and mobile technologies.
• Experience with network design tools and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of security principles and best practices in telecommunications.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• Experience with various vendor solutions (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Ericsson, Nokia) is highly advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and document end-to-end telecommunications solutions, including voice, data, and converged networks.
• Collaborate closely with sales, engineering, and product teams to define solution requirements and scope.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, products, and services to enhance existing solutions and create competitive advantages.
• Develop high-level and detailed technical designs, network diagrams, and BOMs.
• Provide technical expertise during pre-sales and post-sales cycles.
• Conduct feasibility studies and proof-of-concept initiatives.
• Stay updated on industry trends and technological advancements in telecom.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, reliable, secure, and cost-effective.
• Present technical solutions to clients and internal stakeholders clearly.

Conocimientos

IP networking

VoIP

Unified communications

Cloud-based solutions

Mobile technologies

Network design tools

Security principles

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Independent remote work

Vendor solutions experience

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering or Computer Science

Master's degree (plus)

Herramientas

Cisco ecosystem

Juniper equipment

Ericsson equipment

Nokia equipment

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Remote Telecommunications Solutions Architect to design end-to-end telecom solutions for clients across South Africa. The role emphasizes strong IP networking, VoIP, and cloud-based architectures, with a focus on scalable, secure, and cost-efficient designs.

You will engage with sales, engineering, and product teams, drafting high-level to detailed designs and BOMs. This remote position requires independent work across multiple projects and venues.