Field Application Engineer

TC IoT Solutions

. Promote and position the full Telit Cinterion product and services portfolio within the assigned region .

Posted 9/22/2026contractRemote • South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cellular networking concepts, RF fundamentals, and embedded systems, with a strong ability to provide technical guidance and support to customers. Proficient in managing customer relationships and delivering effective training and presentations.

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Cellular Networking ConceptsTechnical PresentationsCustomer Relationship ManagementEmbedded Systems (Linux, C, Java)Professional English Proficiency (CEFR B2)

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Hard Skills

Cellular NetworkingRF FundamentalsEmbedded SystemsFirmware DevelopmentMicrocontrollersAntenna DesignPower ManagementTest ToolsGNSSTroubleshooting

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsRelationship-Building SkillsCustomer-Centric MindsetHigh Self-MotivationOwnership Mentality

Tools & Technologies

Wi-FiBluetoothSIM/USIMEUICCSaaS SolutionsPaaS Solutions

Industry Keywords

RFI/RFQDesign-Win ProcessesTechnical InterfaceChange RequestsProject Progress Tracking

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Promote and position the full Telit Cinterion product and services portfolio within the assigned region
Provide technical guidance during RFI/RFQ and design-win processes
Deliver technical presentations, demonstrations, and pre-sales support
Conduct structured training sessions for customers and distributors
Enable customers to develop, integrate, validate, and certify wireless applications across hardware, software, and system design
Track customer use cases, requirements, milestones, and project progress
Act as the technical interface between Telit Cinterion, internal departments, customers, MNOs, and distributors
Convey customer feedback to R&D and communicate product roadmap needs to Product Management
Manage direct-customer and distributor accounts and support strategic accounts technically
Validate support effectiveness through customer visits and relationships
Create, document, and track customer Change Requests
Assist Sales teams with competitive positioning and selling arguments
Perform hands-on troubleshooting, including log analysis, tracing, and on-site testing
Document issues, propose solutions or workarounds, and escalate defects through internal processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

A technical degree is strongly preferred; equivalent hands-on experience in network operations, carrier, RF, or embedded is equally acceptable
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a relevant technical or customer-facing engineering role
Professional English proficiency at CEFR B2 level or above is required
Proficiency in one or more additional South African languages is advantageous
Willingness and ability to travel, typically up to 20%, within South Africa and, when required, elsewhere in the assigned region
Solid understanding of cellular networking concepts, including LPWA, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, voice, and data communication
Knowledge of RF fundamentals, embedded systems (Linux, C, Java, ThreadX), firmware development tools, microcontrollers, antenna design, power management, test tools, and GNSS is advantageous
Experience with a wireless communications module supplier, or knowledge of SaaS/PaaS solutions, is advantageous
Familiarity with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, SIM/USIM, and eUICC technologies
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical topics into clear messages
Strong relationship-building skills with a customer-centric mindset
High self-motivation, ownership mentality, and willingness to continuously develop technical and professional capabilities