VoIP Network Engineer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,488,000 - 2,149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Health/dental/vision insurance

Professional development budget

Advanced telecom technology experience

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced VoIP Network Engineer for a fully remote position. You will design, deploy, and manage the company’s VoIP infrastructure, including PBX systems, gateways, and SBCs, while ensuring secure, scalable voice services.

Strong SIP/RTP skills and SBC experience are essential. You will monitor performance, troubleshoot call quality issues, implement security measures, and collaborate with IT to integrate VoIP with existing networks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in network engineering with a VoIP focus.
• Strong knowledge of SIP, RTP, H.323 and related VoIP protocols.
• Hands-on experience with SBCs and VoIP platforms.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and diagnostic tools.
• Experience configuring VoIP firewall rules and security best practices.
• Able to work effectively in a remote environment with self-management.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain VoIP infrastructure including PBX, gateways and SBCs.
• Monitor performance and troubleshoot VoIP call quality for high availability.
• Implement and manage security measures for the VoIP network.
• Configure codecs, QoS and other voice-traffic parameters.
• Collaborate with IT to integrate VoIP solutions with existing infrastructure.
• Document VoIP configurations and troubleshooting procedures.

Skills

VoIP engineering

SIP/RTP

SBCs

QoS

Troubleshooting

Firewall security

Remote work

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled VoIP Network Engineer to join their technology team, offering a fully remote position. This role is vital for designing, implementing, and managing their Voice over IP infrastructure, ensuring seamless and high-quality voice communication services. You will be responsible for the performance, security, and scalability of the VoIP network, working with cutting-edge communication technologies. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who thrives in a remote setting and possesses a deep understanding of VoIP protocols and network architecture.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain the company's VoIP infrastructure, including PBX systems, gateways, and session border controllers (SBCs).
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot VoIP call quality issues, ensuring high availability.
• Implement and manage security measures for the VoIP network to prevent unauthorized access and fraud.
• Configure and manage codecs, Quality of Service (QoS), and other parameters to optimize voice traffic.
• Collaborate with IT and network teams to integrate VoIP solutions with existing infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain documentation for VoIP systems, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering, with a specialization in VoIP technologies.
• Strong understanding of SIP, RTP, H.323, and other VoIP protocols.
• Hands-on experience with major VoIP platforms and SBCs.
• Proficiency in network troubleshooting and diagnostic tools.
• Experience with firewall configurations and security best practices for VoIP.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote environment, demonstrating strong self-management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous professional development budget for certifications and training.
• Opportunity to work with advanced telecommunications technology.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.