Telecom Solutions Architect

Placements24

Cape Town

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Salary and incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Study leave and certifications

Exposure to leading-edge technologies

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks an experienced Telecom Solutions Architect to translate business needs into scalable telecom solutions. You will design network infrastructures, collaborate with senior stakeholders, and ensure performance and reliability across complex systems.

The role requires strong technical leadership, deep mobile network knowledge, and a passion for innovative technologies in a vibrant setting.

Qualifications

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
7+ years of experience as a Solutions Architect or similar role within the telecom industry.
Deep understanding of mobile network technologies (4G, 5G), IP networking, and cloud platforms.
Experience with network virtualization, SDN, and NFV concepts.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Design and architect end-to-end telecommunications solutions for network, cloud, and application layers.
Evaluate new technologies and vendors to identify opportunities for cost optimization.
Develop detailed technical specifications and proposals for network infrastructure projects.
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure successful implementation and integration.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams throughout the lifecycle.
Document architectural designs, standards, and best practices for network solutions.

Skills

Mobile networks

IP networking

Cloud platforms

Network virtualization

Technical leadership

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline

Tools

SDN

NFV

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Telecom Solutions Architect to join their team in Cape Town . This pivotal role requires an individual who can translate complex business needs into scalable and efficient telecommunications solutions. You will be responsible for the architectural design of our client's network infrastructure, ensuring it meets current and future demands for connectivity, reliability, and performance. This is an opportunity to shape the future of telecom services within a leading organization, working with diverse technologies and collaborating with senior stakeholders across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Design and architect end-to-end telecommunications solutions, encompassing network, cloud, and application layers.
Evaluate new technologies and vendors to identify opportunities for innovation and cost optimization.
Develop detailed technical specifications and proposals for network infrastructure projects.
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure successful implementation and integration of designed solutions.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Document architectural designs, standards, and best practices for network solutions.

Requirements

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
Proven experience (7+ years) as a Solutions Architect or similar role within the telecom industry .
Deep understanding of mobile network technologies (4G, 5G), IP networking, and cloud platforms.
Experience with network virtualization, SDN, and NFV concepts.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.

Benefits