Telecommunications Systems Analyst

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible hours

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Opportunities for continuous learning

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Telecommunications Systems Analyst to join a fully remote team operating from George. You will analyze VoIP, mobile, and data networks, identify optimization opportunities, and evaluate new technologies to align with business needs.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field and at least 5 years of telecom analysis experience, with strong analytical and reporting abilities. Remote-first environment, with flexible hours and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in telecommunications analysis and system management.
• Strong understanding of VoIP, mobile communications, and data networking principles.
• Experience with telecom vendor management and contract negotiation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current telecommunications systems to identify performance issues and optimization opportunities.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend new telecommunications technologies and solutions.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including network diagrams and configurations.
• Collaborate with vendors to negotiate contracts and manage SLAs.
• Assist in planning and execution of system upgrades, migrations, and installations.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for complex telecommunications issues.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Reporting skills

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, Engineering

Tools

Telecom network monitoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Telecommunications Systems Analyst to join their fully remote team, supporting operations from George . In this role, you will analyze existing telecommunications systems, identify areas for improvement, and recommend solutions to enhance efficiency and service delivery. You will play a key part in evaluating new technologies and ensuring that the company's communication infrastructure meets current and future business needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive analyst to contribute to strategic telecommunications planning and implementation within a supportive, remote-first environment, driving innovation and cost-effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze current telecommunications systems, including VoIP, mobile, and data networks, to identify performance issues and areas for optimization.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend new telecommunications technologies and solutions.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with vendors to negotiate contracts and manage service level agreements.
• Assist in the planning and execution of system upgrades, migrations, and installations.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for complex telecommunications issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in telecommunications analysis and system management.
• Strong understanding of VoIP technologies , mobile communication systems, and data networking principles.
• Proficiency in analyzing telecom network performance metrics and identifying trends.
• Experience with telecom vendor management and contract negotiation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Access to cutting-edge telecommunications tools and technologies.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.