Telecoms Infrastructure Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses and incentives

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Telecoms Infrastructure Engineer for our Vereeniging, Gauteng operations. The role involves designing, implementing, and managing core telecoms infrastructure with a focus on performance, reliability, and scalability.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years in telecom network engineering, strong knowledge of TCP/IP/MPLS/BGP/OSPF, and experience with routers, switches, load balancers, and firewalls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of progressive experience in telecommunications network engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, MPLS, BGP, OSPF) and telecommunications standards.
• Experience with network equipment including routers, switches, load balancers and firewalls.
• Familiarity with LTE/5G wireless tech and fiber optics is advantageous.
• Proven ability to design and manage complex network architectures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and implement scalable and robust telecommunications network infrastructure.
• Oversee deployment and integration of new network hardware and software solutions.
• Monitor network performance, capacity planning, and optimization strategies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Develop and maintain network documentation including diagrams, configurations, and SOPs.
• Ensure security and integrity of the network infrastructure with proper measures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors and stakeholders on projects.
• Lead technical investigations and provide expert guidance on network matters.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Routers

Switches

Load balancers

Firewalls

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Telecoms Infrastructure Engineer for their operations in Vereeniging, Gauteng. This role is critical for designing, implementing, and managing the company's core telecommunications infrastructure, ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability. You will be responsible for overseeing the deployment of new network technologies, optimizing existing systems, and troubleshooting complex technical issues. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of network architecture, protocols, and hardware, along with strong project management skills. This hybrid position requires a balance of on-site responsibilities for physical infrastructure management and remote work for planning, analysis, and coordination. You will be instrumental in maintaining and enhancing our advanced communication networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and implement scalable and robust telecommunications network infrastructure.
• Oversee the deployment and integration of new network hardware and software solutions.
• Monitor network performance, conduct capacity planning, and implement optimization strategies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and service disruption.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Ensure the security and integrity of the network infrastructure through the implementation of appropriate security measures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders on infrastructure projects.
• Lead technical investigations and provide expert guidance on network-related matters.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies in telecommunications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of progressive experience in telecommunications network engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, MPLS, BGP, OSPF) and telecommunications standards.
• Experience with various network equipment, including routers, switches, load balancers, and firewalls.
• Familiarity with wireless technologies (e.g., LTE, 5G) and fiber optics is highly advantageous.
• Proven ability to design and manage complex network architectures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary ranging from ZAR.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advanced training.
• A dynamic work environment with significant impact on company operations.