VoIP Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & incentives

Health, dental, vision insurance

Remote work allowance

Professional development opportunities

Flexible, fully remote environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled VoIP Engineer for a fully remote role. You will design, implement, and manage Voice over IP systems and related unified communications solutions to ensure seamless operation for internal and external users.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications or CS and 3+ years of VoIP/PBX experience, with strong SIP, RTP, codecs, and QoS knowledge. Remote work offers autonomy and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, CS, or related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on VoIP and PBX experience.
• Strong knowledge of SIP, RTP, codecs, and QoS.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, configure, and maintain VoIP systems, PBX, and UC platforms.
• Monitor VoIP network performance; troubleshoot call quality issues.
• Manage SIP trunking, call routing, and voicemail systems.
• Develop and document best practices for VoIP deployment and management.
• Collaborate with IT to integrate VoIP with other network services.

Skills

VoIP technologies

PBX systems

Network troubleshooting

Unified communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications or Computer Science

Tools

Cisco

Asterisk

Avaya

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled VoIP Engineer to join their growing team, offering a fully remote work arrangement. This role is pivotal in designing, implementing, and managing Voice over IP systems and related unified communications solutions. You will ensure the seamless operation of our communication platforms, supporting internal and external users. This position is ideal for a dedicated engineer who thrives in a remote setting and has a passion for developing and optimizing robust VoIP infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, install, configure, and maintain VoIP systems, PBX, and unified communications platforms.
• Monitor VoIP network performance, troubleshoot call quality issues, and implement solutions.
• Manage SIP trunking, call routing, and voicemail systems.
• Develop and document best practices for VoIP deployment and management.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate VoIP solutions with other network services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience specifically with VoIP technologies and PBX systems.
• Strong understanding of SIP, RTP , codecs, and QoS principles.
• Experience with major VoIP vendors and platforms (e.g., Cisco, Asterisk, Avaya).
• Proficiency in network troubleshooting and unified communications systems, with the ability to work effectively in a remote capacity.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and a remote work allowance.
• Professional development opportunities and certifications.
• Flexible, fully remote work environment fostering autonomy and collaboration.