Telecommunications Systems Analyst

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first culture

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Flexible working hours

Generous PTO

Home office budget

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Telecommunications Systems Analyst for a fully remote role. You will analyze complex telecom systems, identify optimizations, and translate findings into actionable business insights.

Join a remote-first culture, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help shape future telecommunications by evaluating technologies, modeling performance, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, CS, or Telecommunications.
• 6+ years of experience in telecommunications systems analysis, design, or engineering.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, SIP, MPLS and related telecom protocols.
• Proficient in SQL, Python, R, and Excel for data analysis.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Excellent communication of technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Analyze performance and efficiency of voice, data, and video networks.
• Identify bottlenecks and areas for optimization.
• Develop analytical models to predict system behavior and trends.
• Evaluate new telecommunications technologies for adoption.
• Collaborate with engineering to design system upgrades.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations of findings.
• Define system requirements and specs for new solutions.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance throughout the SDLC.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Remote work experience

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Excel

Network simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the telecommunications industry, is seeking a highly analytical Telecommunications Systems Analyst to join their remote team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere while contributing to critical projects. You will be responsible for analyzing complex telecommunications systems, identifying areas for improvement, and recommending solutions to enhance performance, reliability, and efficiency. This role requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to translate technical findings into actionable business insights. Become an integral part of our innovative, remote-first culture and help shape the future of telecommunications.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze the performance and efficiency of existing telecommunications systems, including voice, data, and video networks.
• Identify system vulnerabilities, performance bottlenecks, and areas for potential optimization.
• Develop and implement analytical models to predict system behavior and performance trends.
• Research and evaluate new telecommunications technologies and propose their adoption where beneficial.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to design and implement system upgrades and modifications.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on system analysis findings, recommendations, and project progress.
• Define system requirements and specifications for new telecommunications solutions.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices in telecommunications systems analysis.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project teams throughout the system development lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards in all system analyses and recommendations.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in telecommunications systems analysis, design, or engineering.
• Deep understanding of telecommunications principles, network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, SIP, MPLS), and technologies.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques (e.g., SQL, Python, R, Excel).
• Experience with network simulation and modeling software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to solve complex problems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with telecommunications regulations and standards.
• Experience with performance monitoring tools and capacity planning.

Benefits

As a fully remote employee, you will receive a highly competitive salary, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a generous retirement savings plan. We offer significant flexibility in working hours, ample paid time off, and a budget for home office equipment and professional development. Join a collaborative and supportive remote team that is passionate about innovation in the telecommunications sector.