Principal 5g core network engineer

First Point Group
Full-time South-Africa, Gauteng Other-General
Posted:
February 22, 2026
Location:
South-Africa, Gauteng, South-Africa

Job Description

Principal 5 G Core Engineer – Telecommunications / 5 G Networks Are you ready to take a leading role in shaping the next generation of mobile networks? A cutting-edge telecommunications company is seeking a Principal 5 G Core Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and integration of 5 G Core networks and associated service platforms. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of 5 G technology, influencing national-scale network builds and driving innovation in the mobile communications industry. What you’ll do:
Architect 5 G Core functions, including AMF, SMF, UPF, and PCF.
Lead 5 G Standalone (SA) core deployments and integration efforts.
Define network performance, reliability, and resilience standards.
Collaborate with vendors and partners, ensuring governance and technical alignment. What we’re looking for:
10+ years of experience in core network engineering.
Strong expertise in 4 G EPC and 5 G SA networks.
Proven track record of n...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: South-Africa, South-Africa
Posted: February 22, 2026
Deadline: April 03, 2026