Telecom Solutions Architect

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level bonuses

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Professional growth opportunities

Remote work flexibility

Industry conferences access

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Telecom Solutions Architect to lead the technical design of next-generation telecom networks, including 5G, LTE, SDN/NFV, and cloud platforms for global clients.

You will design end-to-end solutions, create high/low-level designs, collaborate with sales, engineering and product teams, and provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, with opportunity for executive-level bonuses and global remote work.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years in telecommunications engineering with substantial solution architecture experience.
• Deep knowledge of 5G, LTE, SDN/NFV, cloud networking and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive telecom network solutions spanning wireless, fixed-line, and cloud technologies.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, platforms, and architectures.
• Develop high-level and low-level design documents and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure feasibility and implementation of designs.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct technical reviews and validation of proposed architectures and solutions.

Skills

Telecom architecture

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Cloud networking

Education

Master's/Bachelor's in CS or Engineering

Tools

5G

LTE

SDN/NFV

Cloud networking

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Telecom Solutions Architect to lead the technical design of next-generation telecommunications solutions in Mahikeng . This strategic role involves conceptualizing, designing, and validating complex network architectures that meet evolving business needs and technological advancements. You will collaborate closely with sales, engineering, and product teams to translate client requirements into robust, scalable, and cost-effective solutions. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise across various telecom domains, excellent communication skills, and a passion for innovation. This is an unparalleled opportunity to influence the technical direction of a leading telecom provider.

Key Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive telecom network solutions encompassing wireless, fixed-line, and cloud technologies.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, platforms, and architectures to enhance service offerings.
• Develop high-level and low-level design documents, technical specifications, and proposals.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure the feasibility and successful implementation of designed solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct technical reviews and validation of proposed architectures and solutions.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in telecommunications engineering , with a significant portion in solution architecture.
• Extensive knowledge of 5G, LTE, SDN/NFV, cloud networking, and related technologies.
• Proven ability to design complex, end-to-end network solutions.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong understanding of market trends and competitive landscape in the telecom sector.

Benefits

• Highly attractive annual salary with executive-level bonuses.
• Comprehensive suite of health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous retirement savings plan with company match.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and industry recognition.
• Remote work flexibility, enabling a global perspective.
• Access to industry conferences and continuous learning resources.